Total pages: 4-6, not including cover page, references, and any appendices. (Note: It is preferred that students write concisely within the paper guidelines. I will accept papers up to 6 pages long without deductions; anything written after page 6 will not be counted in the grade.
Provide a minimum of 4 references. At least 2 must be from the peer-reviewed, scholarly journal literature, not including articles included in coursework. The other references can be from other credible, professional sources.
APA – Follow APA 6th edition for format. Times New Roman Size 12 font, correct spelling, grammar, sentence structure, double spacing, headings, and organization. All citations and references must be identified according to APA guidelines. (See APA Expectations Guide, posted above.)

Describe a vulnerable population of interest including key demographic, treatment, and cultural variables. Report on the relevant health statistics for this population at national, state, and if available, local level. (30 pts)
* Discuss access and levels of care available to this population, and any barriers or challenges encountered in receiving health care services. (20 pts)
* Discuss opportunities for improvement in the delivery of care for the vulnerable population under national and/or NYS health care reform initiatives. (20 pts)
* Discuss the role of the APN in the delivery of care to this population now and/or in future (20 pts)
* APA/Writing (10 pts)