Community and Public Health Practicum for RN

Assignment “How You Would Change the World”

Part 1

a). Based on these observations and the discussions over the past few weeks, what recommendations would you specifically make to Government Officials or Organization Leaders to improve the community or practice setting? Location – Brevard County, Florida, USA

b). What do you see that your facility could put into action to improve the care it delivers? (This should be apart from your project aim if you are completing it in your area of employment.) Project – Prevention CLABSI in ICU

c). What is your opinion regarding who is responsible to make our communities healthier?

Part 2 Post reply (120-150 words)

Classmate post

Based on these observations and the discussions over the past few weeks, what recommendations would you specifically make to Government Officials or Organization Leaders to improve the community or practice setting?

According to Jack (2021), to improve the community or practice setting, Government Officials or Organization Leaders could consider implementing several recommendations. Firstly, increase access to healthcare services by expanding the number of healthcare facilities in underserved areas. Secondly, promote health equity by ensuring that all individuals have access to quality healthcare regardless of their socioeconomic status or background. Lastly, foster community engagement and participation by involving residents in decision-making processes and building partnerships with local stakeholders.

In addition, you can address social determinants of health by collaborating with community organizations to provide resources such as affordable housing, healthy food options, and education programs. As well as Implement evidence-based public health interventions to prevent and control diseases such as vaccination initiatives and smoking cessation programs (Keeling, 2017).

What do you see that your facility could put into action to improve the care it delivers? (This should be apart from your project aim if you are completing it in your area of employment.)

According to Al-Otaibi et al. (2019), to improve HAPI incidence and the care delivered at the facility, several actions could be taken. For one, implement standardized protocols for skin assessments and pressure ulcer prevention. In addition, provide ongoing staff education and training on proper positioning techniques, skin care practices, and pressure ulcer staging. Furthermore, utilize technology such as electronic health records and pressure mapping devices to track skin integrity and identify high-risk patients. Lastly, developing individualized care plans for patients at risk for HAPIs and conduct regular audits and quality improvement initiatives to monitor HAPI rates and identify areas for improvement (Al-Otaibi et al., 2019).

What is your opinion regarding who is responsible to make our communities healthier?

In my opinion, regarding who is responsible for making our communities healthier, it is a shared responsibility among individuals, communities, healthcare providers, government officials, and organization leaders. Individuals play a role in maintaining their own health through healthy lifestyle choices and preventive behaviors. Communities can support health by creating safe environments, promoting access to healthcare services, and addressing social determinants of health. Healthcare providers are responsible for delivering high-quality care and promoting health education. Government officials are tasked with creating and enforcing policies that improve population health outcomes, while organization leaders can implement health-promoting practices within their respective settings. Ultimately, collaboration among all stakeholders is necessary to create a healthier community (Keeling, 2017).

References

Keeling R. D. T. S. (2017). A Comprehensive Approach to Building Healthy Communities. Delaware journal of public health, 3(2), 12–19. https://doi.org/10.32481/djph.2017.04.003Links to an external site.

Al-Otaibi, Y. K., Al-Nowaiser, N., & Rahman, A. (2019). Reducing hospital-acquired pressure injuries. BMJ open quality, 8(1), e000464. https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjoq-2018-000464Links to an external site.

Jack L Jr. (2021). Advancing health equity, eliminating health disparities, and improving population health. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.5888/pcd18.210264external iconLinks to an external site.

Discussion Rubric (3)
Criteria	Ratings	Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Original PostingThe listed criteria represent half of the discussion forum participation grade. These percentages are based on the quality of the Original Posting.	50 to >40.0 ptsExceptional OriginalThe discussion posting provides strong, well-thought out, substantive comments which clearly address the requirements. No errors occur in grammar, punctuation, or spelling. If resources are used to answer the question (excluding the textbook), they are included at the end of the posting in correct APA format. Postings are placed in the correct location before the deadline expires.40 to >30.0 ptsSuperior OriginalThe discussion posting provides adequate and substantive comments and addresses requirements. The posting hinges on being fully developed and begins to address substantive thought. No more than 3 errors occur in grammar, punctuation, or spelling If resources are used to answer the question (one of which may be the textbook), they are included at the end of the posting in correct APA format. Postings are placed in the correct location before the deadline expires.30 to >20.0 ptsFair OriginalThe discussion posting provides adequate comments and addresses requirements but posting may not be fully developed and may be lacking in substantive thoughts. More than 3 errors occur in grammar, punctuation, or spelling. References are included at the end of the posting. Postings are placed in the correct location before the deadline expires.20 to >10.0 ptsGood OriginalThe discussion posting provides comments and addresses requirements but posting is superficial and does not reflect substantive thoughts. More than 5 errors occur in grammar, punctuation, or spelling. No references are cited. Postings are placed in the correct location before the deadline expires.10 to >0.0 ptsPoor OriginalThe discussion posting contains an insufficient amount of writing to determine if the writer was attempting to address the required posting. Errors in grammar, punctuation, or spelling are so numerous as to make reading the review burdensome. Postings are placed in the correct location before the deadline expires.0 ptsUnacceptable OriginalThe posting addresses points of the topic that have been previously discussed and offers no new information. The discussion posting was made after the deadline has expired.	50 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Reply PostingsThe listed criteria represent half of the discussion forum participation grade. These percentages are based on the quality of the Reply Postings.	50 to >40.0 ptsExceptional ReplyThe discussion posting response provides strong, well-thought out, substantive comments which clearly address the issues in the original posting to which it is a response. The response includes new material not addressed by other classmates. No errors occur in grammar, punctuation, or spelling. Postings are placed in the correct location before the deadline expires.40 to >30.0 ptsSuperior ReplyThe discussion posting response to peers provides adequate and substantive comments and clearly addresses the issues in the original posting to which it is a response. The response hinges on being fully developed and begins to address substantive thought. New material is added to the discussion. No more than 3 errors occur in grammar, punctuation, or spelling. Postings are placed in the correct location before the deadline expires.30 to >20.0 ptsGood ReplyThe discussion posting response provides adequate comments and addresses originally posted issues, but posting may not be fully developed and may be lacking in substantive thought. Response agrees/disagrees with previous postings without support. More than 3 errors occur in grammar, punctuation, or spelling Postings are placed in the correct location before the deadline expires.20 to >10.0 ptsFair ReplyThe discussion posting response provides comments and addresses original issues, but posting is superficial and does not reflect substantive thought. More than 5 errors occur in grammar, punctuation, or spelling. mechanics, usage, spelling, and punctuation. Postings are placed in the correct location before the deadline expires.10 to >0.0 ptsPoor ReplyThe discussion posting response contains an insufficient amount of writing to determine if the writer was attempting to address the issues in the original posting. Errors in grammar, punctuation, or spelling are so numerous as to make reading the review burdensome. Postings are placed in the correct location before the deadline expire