Health disparities are unequal burdens of disease morbidity and mortality rates experienced by racial and ethnic groups that are often exacerbated by which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
a. Social status
b. Economics
c. Environment
d. Improved access to health care
A, B, C
Healthy People 2020 defines a health disparity as "a particular type of health difference that is closely linked with social, economic, and/or environmental disadvantage." Poor access to health care is one social determinant of health that contributes to health disparities.
You might also like to view...
The nurse is preparing to administer intravenous nitroglycerin to a patient diagnosed with cardiogenic shock. What should the nurse do when administering this medication?
1. Use an infusion pump. 2. Administer with PVC tubing. 3. Use within 8 hours of reconstitution. 4. Allow the patient to get out of bed only with assistance.
The nurse assisting in a screening clinic for colon cancer interprets that a client with which of the following diets is most at risk for development of this form of cancer?
1. high-carbohydrate, low-protein 2. high-protein, low-carbohydrate 3. high-fiber, low-fat 4. high-fat, low-fiber
Connective leadership demonstrated by many women leaders is a style that fits with today's organizations because it encompasses:
A. Networking, empowerment of all, and re-lationship building B. Primary focus for cost savings, team work, and leader reputation C. Competitive milieu, independent work, and patient safety D. Holistic care, use of complementary al-ternative therapy, and communication
A client is being treated with IV antibiotics for a complicated urinary tract infection. The nurse monitors the client for renal toxicity by monitoring for a weight gain of more than _____ kg in a 24-hour period
Standard Text: Record your answer rounding to the nearest whole number. Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.