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This is my 2nd week at my clinical experience in public health at mend in Pacoima. I already expected how the second day would be. We got there at 8:30 AM a little bit sooner because my professor came to meet us in person and it was nice to see her in person. Me and my classmates were assigned to make bags filled with canned food and food that are not perishable yet again. We put corn peas beans rice in the bags chips noodles protien bars. We then we’d the bags and they were about 23 pounds again like last week. We also packed canned soup Roman noodles, and basically anything that the people can get like from the gas station to make their food such as hot water. We packed a lot of snacks such as protein bars, raisins, nuts chips, protein chips, stuff like that. We loaded the things into a bin until it was full. We made 50 bags on wednesday and that was really impressive. We also broke down card board boxes, so then there is room for everyone to work because it was very crowded and it seemed like no one did anything the day b efore. We then took wooden crates and stacked the canned beans packaged onto the wooden crates and let me tell you those are heavy. When we were done, which took up our entire day to do that it felt really good knowing how many people we were able to feed and how so many people we’re going to have food on the table with their families. since the holidays are coming up we already made holiday bags which included hot cocoa, 2 cans of beans, rice, 2 cans of peaches, 2 cans of beans, 3 packs of corn bread and 10 small cans of condensed milk which we made like 100 of these holiday bags. Friday came along and we made over 500 bags of food and i distributed avocados to the people that came during the distribution. everyone was stanidng in a line from 8:30am-12pm. We had to work fast. We did that all day because it was distribution day so they would come and pick it up that same minute up until 12 PM. We worked a lot and it felt very rewarding to be able to make people happy knowing that they are not going to be without food, and they can actually go home to their family with a lot of food. I do have a complaint which is that it is not a safe area for girls and students to be walking back to the car. it makes me very uncomfotable and i do not feel safe at my clinical site when im parking and walking to the site and when i am walking back to my car. i do not feel safe and they do not let us park in the parking lot.
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Name:
Week hours: 8 Total Clinical Hours up to date: 8
Preceptor Name: Dr. Ogundeko
Date: November 4, 2023
Phone number:
Week I Reflection
Student Name
West Coast University
NURS 342L: Public Health Nursing Practicum
Professor Ogundeko
November 4, 2023
Name:
Week hours: 8 Total Clinical Hours up to date: 8
Preceptor Name: Dr. Ogundeko
Date: November 4, 2023
Phone number:
Clinical Journal—N342L West Coast University
Name of Agency/Clinic: Mend
Agency/Clinic Address: 10641 N. San Fernando Rd. Pacoima, CA 91331
Activity Type:
x Clinical site Conference Community Observation other
This activity applies to the following requirement (check one):
General PH Nursing Senior Center Homeless Shelter
Soup Kitchen FRC
(minimum 90hours)
Vulnerable Populations (which pop):
Public Health Focus of this activity: (check all that apply)
Core Function(s) of Public Health:
Assessment Policy Development
Essential Public Health Service:
Monitor health status
Diagnose & and investigate health
problems
Inform, educate, empower re: health
issues
Mobilize community partnerships
Develop policies & plans for
individuals & community
Link people to needed personal
services
Enforce laws & regs for health safety
Assurance
Ensure comprehensive PH workforce
Evaluate effect, access & quality of
care
Research new insights & innovative
solutions
Services rendered/observed:
In my inaugural week of clinical experience in public health at Mend in Pacoima, I
embarked on an enlightening journey. Uncertain of what to anticipate on my first day, I was
informed that our facility operated as a bustling food distribution center. Eager to acquaint
ourselves with the team, we arrived promptly at 8:30 AM. I and my classmates were assigned to
make bags filled with canned food and food that were not perishable. We put corn, peas, beans,
and rice in the bags. We then we’d the bags, which were about 23 pounds, which is good because
the worker there said that whoever was working there before had the bags for 10 pounds. We
also packed canned soup, Roman noodles, and anything that the people could get, like from the
gas station, to make their food, such as hot water. We packed many snacks such as protein bars,
Name:
Week hours: 8 Total Clinical Hours up to date: 8
Preceptor Name: Dr. Ogundeko
Date: November 4, 2023
Phone number:
raisins, wild chips, protein chips, and stuff like that. We loaded the things into a bin until it was
complete. We prepared 65 bags daily, a fantastic accomplishment of our teamwork and
commitment. We further improved the work area by destroying cardboard boxes, guaranteeing
more than adequate space for everybody to contribute successfully. Stacking the full bags onto
strong wooden boxes was another physically taxing chore that highlighted the substantial
importance of our participation. As the week progressed, our efforts culminated in an
extraordinary achievement—over 1000 bags of food prepared on Friday. The urgency of
distribution day drove us to work with unwavering focus and determination. Our endeavors
encompassed packing a wide variety of essentials, from canned chicken and vegetables to grains,
pasta, and cereal.
The satisfaction derived from our labor was immeasurable. Knowing that we were
instrumental in ensuring that numerous families would not go without sustenance was
profoundly rewarding. It was a privilege to witness the tangible impact of our services, enabling
individuals to return home with abundant nourishment and reinforcing the importance of family
meals. This experience has ignited a deepened commitment to the mission of Mend in Pacoima,
and I eagerly anticipate further opportunities to make a meaningful difference in the lives of
those we serve.
Problems or difficulties identified:
During my time at Mend in Pacoima, several vital issues surfaced that underscore the urgent
public health challenges in the region. Because of how physically taxing the duties were—
especially the packaging and stacking of the food supplies—ergonomics and worker safety
precautions were imperative. We were more likely to strain or be hurt if we did not have the right
tools and instruction. Conflicts with scheduling and time management also surfaced as
significant challenges. Balancing academic responsibilities with the demands of the clinical
Name:
Week hours: 8 Total Clinical Hours up to date: 8
Preceptor Name: Dr. Ogundeko
Date: November 4, 2023
Phone number:
experience required careful planning and coordination. This highlighted the importance of clear
communication and flexible scheduling arrangements to accommodate the students’ educational
commitments.
Another pressing problem was the lack of readily available, wholesome dietary alternatives.
The number of fast-food restaurants outnumbered the number of grocery stores. This led to a
worrying disparity in the community’s access to food. The lack of nutritious food sources is a
significant barrier to achieving the best possible public health results.
The area also exhibited other interrelated challenges that resonate with core public health
functions. One notable concern was limited access to healthcare services, especially for
vulnerable populations. The scarcity of healthcare facilities and providers posed an additional
barrier to individuals seeking essential medical care and preventive services. There also appeared
to be a need for comprehensive health education and promotion initiatives within the community.
This deficiency made it more difficult to spread essential knowledge on diet, health precautions,
and general well-being. A cycle of subpar health outcomes can be sustained by a lack of solid
health education initiatives (Bodirsky et al., 2020). This often leads to decreased knowledge and
comprehension of healthy lifestyle choices.
The physical surroundings also aroused concerns since it was clear that there were few
leisure areas and insufficient infrastructure. These elements affect general well-being and
encourage sedentary behavior, which worsens several health problems (Ridgway et al., 2019).
Notable problems also existed that had an immediate impact on our ability to participate in the
therapeutic experience at Mend in Pacoima. The lack of formal mentoring and supervision was
one major issue. Although we had a high degree of commitment and enthusiasm, lack of frequent
assistance from seasoned professionals hindered our learning and professional growth.
Information obtained (what I learned-CLO):
Name:
Week hours: 8 Total Clinical Hours up to date: 8
Preceptor Name: Dr. Ogundeko
Course Learning Outcomes (Address 1-2)
Date: November 4, 2023
Phone number:
Utilize theoretical and empirical knowledge from previous nursing courses to understand
individuals, families, groups, and communities and their healthcare needs.
During this clinical week, I identified several community health problems. The population
encountered requires the resources that Community Health Nursing can provide. Public health
nursing focuses on a population-focused approach to planning, delivering, and evaluating
nursing care (Escoffery et al., 2019). A significant problem is the need for more nutrient-dense
food alternatives due to the dominance of fast-food restaurants over grocery shops. Since it
directly affects people’s capacity to maintain a balanced diet and lead healthy lives, this
imbalance in food accessibility is a serious public health problem. The difficulties that
underprivileged communities experience are further exacerbated by the lack of healthcare
services in the region. Inadequate availability of critical healthcare and preventative services
compromises the general well-being of the population. Another major obstacle is the need for
comprehensive health education and promotion programs. Effective programs help stop people
from losing awareness of and knowledge about healthy lifestyle choices, which continue to
result in poor health outcomes (Ridgway et al., 2019). The physical surroundings can provide
difficulties since few recreational areas and inadequate infrastructure may encourage sedentary
behavior. It is critical to acknowledge the additional difficulties the students taking part in the
clinical experience confront while tackling these issues. These include the requirement for
organized mentoring, careful attention to ergonomics when performing manual labor, efficient
time management, and thorough training in cultural competency. By concentrating on these
fundamental facets of public health, we may strive toward all-encompassing solutions that
promote community well-being and long-term health while attending to urgent needs.
Incorporate evidence-based nursing practices that will demonstrate ethnic identity, cultural
awareness strategies, and sociocultural practices of clients in the community.
Name:
Week hours: 8 Total Clinical Hours up to date: 8
Preceptor Name: Dr. Ogundeko
Date: November 4, 2023
Phone number:
During this clinical week, I observed the critical importance of incorporating evidencebased nursing practices that recognize and respect the ethnic identity, cultural awareness
strategies, and sociocultural practices of clients in the community. This approach is essential for
providing effective and culturally sensitive care. The food distribution programs greatly aid the
community’s efforts to prevent nutritional deficiencies. Critical macronutrient demands are met
by carefully preparing bags with a well-balanced variety of non-perishable and canned products.
This contains healthy fats for general metabolic health, carbs for energy, and proteins—which are
necessary for tissue development and repair. Complex carbs may be found in maize, peas, beans,
and rice. To fill out the macronutrient profile, include protein-rich foods such as canned chicken
and snacks like protein bars, almonds, and protein chips. This all-encompassing strategy
guarantees people the vital nutrients required for optimum health and well-being (Ridgway et al.,
2019). Cultural sensitivity is integrated throughout this procedure, nevertheless. Understanding
that the community has a wide range of dietary needs and preferences, we try to offer selections
representative of many racial and cultural origins. This not only honors personal preferences but
also advances a more inclusive and culturally sensitive conception of nutrition. Evidence-based
nursing practices that honor sociocultural norms, ethnic identity, and cultural awareness require a
multipronged approach (Ratna, 2019). The most pivotal thing is to engage locally. It is critical to
lay out straightforward correspondence lines, visit local area occasions, and partake in social
festivals. They help to learn firsthand the many viewpoints and customs that influence people’s
attitudes about and actions related to their health (Escoffery et al., 2019).
Conducting thorough assessments that encompass cultural backgrounds and traditions is
also essential. This involves asking open-ended questions about cultural practices related to
health, dietary habits, religious beliefs, and other relevant aspects. By doing so, we can tailor
care plans to align with the individual’s values and preferences, ensuring a more meaningful and
Name:
Week hours: 8 Total Clinical Hours up to date: 8
Preceptor Name: Dr. Ogundeko
Date: November 4, 2023
Phone number:
effective therapeutic relationship. Enhancing cultural competency will need cooperation with
cultural groups, local community leaders, and interpreters as needed. These collaborations
will give insightful advice, interpreters, and meaningful encounters with people who might
struggle with language.
We will place a high priority on ongoing professional development and cultural competency
instruction. Attending webinars, workshops, and seminars on diversity and inclusion in
healthcare will be necessary to achieve this. Treating patients with cultural sensitivity requires
ongoing self-reflection and a critical evaluation of one’s own biases and assumptions (Ratna,
2019). We will give people the information and assets they need to come to conclusions about
their well-being by utilizing socially applicable educational materials. These resources will be
provided in several languages and formats, making them accessible to all community members.
Seeking to establish trust and rapport through active listening, empathy, and validation of
individuals’ experiences is necessary. By demonstrating respect for their cultural identities and
practices, I aim to create a safe and inclusive space where clients feel heard, understood, and
valued. By integrating these detailed strategies, I am committed to providing culturally sensitive
and competent care that reflects the diverse needs and backgrounds of the community I serve.
This approach not only upholds the principles of public health nursing but also promotes equity
and inclusivity in healthcare delivery.
1.
Examine the healthcare delivery system in the United States and its effects on community health
nursing with appropriate nursing actions reflective of legal, political, geographic, economic, ethical,
and social influence.
2.
Utilize leadership behaviors in collaborating with health team members in the community to
identify the need for planned change, education of the change, and facilitation of the change with the
community through cooperative participation and education.
3.
Analyze the roles of community health nurses and other members of the community health team
(e.g., healthcare providers and community groups).
4.
Discuss primary and preventive healthcare nursing in the context of primary, secondary, and
tertiary settings with the levels of prevention.
Name:
Week hours: 8 Total Clinical Hours up to date: 8
Preceptor Name: Dr. Ogundeko
Date: November 4, 2023
Phone number:
References
Bodirsky, B. L., Dietrich, J. P., Martinelli, E., Stenstad, A., Pradhan, P., Gabrysch, S., … & Popp,
A. (2020). The ongoing nutrition transition thwarts long-term targets for food security,
public health, and environmental protection. Scientific reports, 10(1), 19778.
https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-020-75213-3
Escoffery, C., Lebow-Skelley, E., Udelson, H., Böing, E. A., Wood, R., Fernandez, M. E., &
Mullen, P. D. (2019). A scoping study of frameworks for adapting public health evidencebased interventions. Translational behavioral medicine, 9(1), 1–10.
https://doi.org/10.1093/tbm/ibx067
Ratna, H. (2019). The importance of effective communication in healthcare practice. Harvard
Public Health Review, p. 23, 1-6.https://www.jstor.org/stable/48546767
Ridgway, E., Baker, P., Woods, J., & Lawrence, M. (2019). Historical developments and
paradigm shifts in public health nutrition science, guidance, and policy actions: a narrative
review. Nutrients, 11(3), 531.https://doi.org/10.3390/nu11030531
Name:
Week hour: 8 Total Clinical Hours up to date : 8
Preceptor Name: Dr. Ogundeko
Date: November 4, 2023
Phone number:
Clinical Journal—N342L West Coast University
Name of Agency/Clinic: Mend
Agency/Clinic Address: 10641 N. San Fernando Rd. Pacoima, CA 91331
Activity Type:
x Clinical site Conference Community Observation other
This activity applies toward the following requirement (check one):
x General PH Nursing Senior Center Homeless Shelter Soup Kitchen FRC
(minimum 90hours)
Vulnerable Populations (which pop):
Public Health Focus of this activity: (check all that apply)
Core Function(s) of Public Health:
Assessment Policy Development
Essential Public Health Service:
Monitor health status
Diagnose & investigate health
problems
Inform, educate, empower re: health
issues
Mobilize community partnerships
Services rendered/observed:
Develop policies & plans for
individuals & community
Link people to needed personal
services
Enforce laws & regs for health safety
Assurance
Ensure comprehensive PH work force
Evaluate effect, access & quality of
care
Research new insights & innovative
solutions
Name:
Week hour: 8 Total Clinical Hours up to date : 8
Preceptor Name: Dr. Ogundeko
Date: November 4, 2023
Phone number:
Problems or difficulties identified:
Information obtained (what I learned-CLO):
Course Learning Outcomes (Address 1-2)
1. Utilize theoretical and empirical knowledge from previous nursing courses to gain an
understanding of individuals, families, groups, and communities, and their health care needs.
2. Incorporate evidence-based nursing practices that will demonstrate ethnic identity, cultural
awareness strategies, and sociocultural practices of clients in the community.
3. Examine the healthcare delivery system in the United States and its effects on community health
nursing with appropriate nursing actions, reflective of legal, political, geographic, economic,
ethical, and social influence.
4. Utilize leadership behaviors in collaborating with health team members in the community to
identify the need for planned change, education of the change, and facilitation of the change with
the community through cooperative participation and education.
5. Analyze the roles of community health nurses and other members of the community health team
(e.g., healthcare providers, community groups).
6. Discuss primary and preventive healthcare nursing in the context of primary, secondary, and
tertiary settings with the levels of prevention.
Providence Community Health: Week I Reflection
Student Name
West Coast University
NURS 342L: Public Health Nursing Practicum
Professor Ogundeko
April 8, 2023
Name:
Week hour: 15 Total Clinical Hours up to date : 15
Preceptor Name: Dr. Ogundeko
Date: 4/8/2023
Phone number:
Name of Agency/Clinic: Providence
Agency/Clinic Address: 7621 Van Nuys Blvd., Unit B , Van Nuys, CA 91405
Activity Type:
√ Clinical site o Conference o Community Observation o other
This activity applies toward the following requirement (check one):
√ General PH Nursing o Senior Center o Homeless Shelter o Soup Kitchen o FRC
(minimum 90hours)
o Vulnerable Populations (which pop):
Public Health Focus of this activity: (check all that apply)
Core Function(s) of Public Health:
o Assessment o Policy Development
Essential Public Health Service:
o Assurance
o Monitor health status
o Develop policies & plans for
individuals & community
o Ensure comprehensive PH work force
o Diagnose & investigate health
problems
√ Link people to needed personal
√ Evaluate effect, access & quality of
services
o Enforce laws & regs for health safety
care
o Research new insights & innovative
solutions
√ Inform, educate, empower re: health
issues
√ Mobilize community partnerships
Services rendered/observed:
The first week of my clinical experience in public health began by meeting with the
Providence Community Health Workers at the main Van Nuys Branch at 8:30 am. After arriving,
I was given a brief orientation and tour of the facility. Once the other students arrived, we were
introduced to the staff. We were scheduled to conduct community outreach and assemble
informational pamphlets that advertised the current services offered by the Providence
Community Health team. I spent an hour assembling the pamphlets and learning about the
available services, which included: Free COVID-19 vaccination clinics with the online
appointment management system myCAvax, schedule of COVID-19 vaccination and booster
shot (by brand: Pfizer and Moderna), and help hotlines for additional information.
After assembling the informational pamphlets, we loaded the supply carts with the
Name:
Week hour: 15 Total Clinical Hours up to date : 15
Preceptor Name: Dr. Ogundeko
Date: 4/8/2023
Phone number:
pamphlets, free COVID-19 test kits, safety vests, supply tote bags, and hand sanitizer. We were
given a map with the list of our three locations to canvass for community outreach and advised to
meet at the first location. within 10-15 minutes.
Once we arrived at the first location, we were each given supplies, a safety vest, and an
assignment. My team consisted of two students and one Community Health Worker. Our task
was distributing the information pamphlets to one side of the street. The other team would take
the opposite side. Between my three team members, we split the responsibilities as follows: one
team member would place the pamphlets on the passenger side windshields of all parked cars
along the street, and the other two would alternate houses, leaving the pamphlets either on the
gates, cars in long driveways or doorknobs.
While canvassing, we were trained to approach pedestrians and provide them with free
COVID-19 test kits for their households and information regarding Providence Community
Health’s free vaccine clinics. We visited three neighborhoods, distributing 300 pamphlets and
100 COVID-19 test kits at each location. We provided a tally of the number of pedestrians we
encountered and how many test kits were distributed.
My second day of clinical experience consisted of similar activities. I arrived at the
Providence Van Nuys Branch at 8:30 am and began to assemble the information pamphlets. As
other students arrived, they were assigned the same task. We then loaded the supply carts with
the needed supplies for the day. Those supplies included information pamphlets, free COVID-19
test kits, safety vests, and tote bags. Again, we were given the addresses and maps for our
community canvassing and left to meet at our first location.
We were divided into two teams. My team consisted of two Community Health Workers
and one student (myself). We passed the information pamphlets to homes, vehicles, and
businesses along the way. I spoke with seven pedestrians at the first location, four at the second,
and nine at the third. In total, I distributed 13 COVID-19 test kits. During my canvassing, I spoke
Name:
Week hour: 15 Total Clinical Hours up to date : 15
Preceptor Name: Dr. Ogundeko
Date: 4/8/2023
Phone number:
with several business owners and their employees. The business types included a laundromat, car
insurance company, nail salon, barbershop, and health spa. We visited a total of 3 locations,
distributing a total of 900 pamphlets and 100 COVID-19 test kits.
My third clinical day was an informational booth at the Van Nuys YMCA. A local
agency sponsored the event to promote eye health and care. I arrived at the Van Nuys facility at
8:00 am and assisted in loading the materials before we departed for the YMCA. We were a team
of three, one student (myself) and two Providence Community Health Workers. Upon arrival, we
were informed that the event provided free eye exams, eyeglasses, and sunglasses to community
members who made appointments.
Optometrist students provided eye exams, and the glasses were made on-site. We set up
our booth with other vendors and community organizations in the Gymnasium of the YMCA.
While patients waited for their exams and glasses, they visited the various booths. Our booth
provided free COVID-19 test kits, vaccine clinic information, free N-95 masks, and free travelsize hand sanitizer. In addition, we provided information on enrolling in Medi-Cal, CHIP, and
WIC and connecting needy families with local food banks. We were on location from 9:00 am
until 3:00 pm. In addition to providing information and free test kits, we registered individuals
and families for appointments at the Providence COVID-19 Clinics for April 2023. My team and
I took turns walking the campus to hand out COVID-19 test kits to the patrons, vendors, and
YMCA staff.
Problems or difficulties identified:
I identified serval problems during my first clinical week with Providence Health. The
parking lot that is provided for the staff and the students is in an unsupervised alley behind the
facility. The alleyway and parking lot is filled with trip hazards and trash. The walls of the
facility and surrounding buildings were covered with graffiti and several individuals were
Name:
Week hour: 15 Total Clinical Hours up to date : 15
Preceptor Name: Dr. Ogundeko
Date: 4/8/2023
Phone number:
smoking cigarettes and cannabis. The outreach supplies were stacked haphazardly atop each
other. In the event of an earthquake the boxes would fall atop each other and anyone walking
close by. Several of the students were confused about which location to meet at and subsequently
were late upon arrival. Additionally, due to some slight mismanagement my email to the
coordinator was deleted and they removed me from the schedule of events. After forwarding my
initial email to the coordinator to the volunteer manager they were able to correct the mistake
and re-instate my hours.
One of the locations that was canvassed was near West Coast University. The
neighborhood was dangerous, and we were not provided with any personal protective equipment
or any means of protecting ourselves from physical harm. We canvassed a local park with a large
population of unhoused individuals openly participating in drug use and prostitution.
Information obtained (what I learned-CLO):
Utilize theoretical and empirical knowledge from previous nursing courses to gain an
understanding of individuals, families, groups, and communities, and their health care needs.
During this clinical week, I identified several community health problems. The
population encountered requires the resources that Community Health Nursing can provide.
Public health nursing focuses” on a population-focused approach to planning, delivering and
evaluating nursing care” (Holman et al., 2019). When considering the health issues facing a
community, it is essential to understand the factors that will determine their level of health.
These health-defining factors include “neighborhood and built environment, social and
community context, economic stability, health, and healthcare and education” (Holman et al.,
2019).
Name:
Week hour: 15 Total Clinical Hours up to date : 15
Preceptor Name: Dr. Ogundeko
Date: 4/8/2023
Phone number:
The neighborhoods were close to freeways, empty lots, environmental pollutants, and
excessive litter. Exposure to this environment can lead to allergic triggers that may cause
respiratory distress, specifically exacerbating chronic respiratory diseases such as bronchitis and
asthma. Asthma is a chronic respiratory illness that “causes repeated episodes of wheezing,
breathlessness, chest tightness, and nighttime or early morning coughing” (Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention, 2023). Excessive cigarette smoking, smog, traffic pollution, dirt, and
lack of cleanliness would provide environmental triggers that would cause repeat asthma attacks
in those affected. Those living in these neighborhoods would benefit from upstream education
regarding the environmental triggers that can cause asthma attacks and what can be done to
prevent them in the future.
The neighborhoods consisted of mainly low-income multi-generation families and single
older individual households. Canvassing the neighborhood revealed a deficit in knowledge
regarding COVID-19, the available vaccines, and boosters. This lack of education resulted in a
higher fear of the vaccine than the illness.
Many individuals articulated their distrust of vaccines and COVID-19 testing. During the
community outreach, I provided education regarding the nature of vaccines. I informed potential
clinical patients that “vaccines are injections (shots), liquids, pills, or nasal sprays that you take
to teach your body’s immune system to recognize and defend against harmful germs” (Medline
Plus, 2023). There was a misconception that vaccines created illness within the body due to the
immune response that resulted from the vaccine. After providing education, many individuals
were more inclined to receive information regarding the free vaccination clinics provided by
Providence.
Name:
Week hour: 15 Total Clinical Hours up to date : 15
Preceptor Name: Dr. Ogundeko
Date: 4/8/2023
Phone number:
This lack of education was consistent within the surrounding neighborhoods and
businesses. When multiple family members were available for vaccine education, there was a
familial consensus regarding their views toward vaccinations. It is important to remember that
“the family unit plays an important role in health” (Holman et al., 2019). Many family members
initially attempted to shield the individual from perceived misinformation. This act of uniformity
and conformity in health care perspectives and beliefs is shared in a family unit. Many family’s
“beliefs, cultural values, and environment can positively or negatively influence an individual’s
health” (Holman et al., 2019), resulting in shared health status and similar positive or negative
impacts on health.
Name:
Week hour: 15 Total Clinical Hours up to date : 15
Preceptor Name: Dr. Ogundeko
Date: 4/8/2023
Phone number:
References
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2023, February 28). Asthma. Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention. Retrieved April 8, 2023, from
https://www.cdc.gov/asthma/default.htm#:~:text=Asthma%20is%20a%20disease%20that,t
hat%20can%20cause%20an%20attack.
Holman, H. C., Williams, D., Sommer, S., Johnson, J., & Elkins, C. B. (2019). Rn Community
Health Nursing: Review Module (8th ed.). Assessment Technologies Institute.
U.S. National Library of Medicine. (n.d.). Vaccines | immunization | inoculation. MedlinePlus.
Retrieved April 8, 2023, from https://medlineplus.gov/vaccines.html
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