Care for disempowered Patients Flashcards
What is the inverse care law?
it was described by the Lancet and describes the need for healthcare and it’s actual utilisation
why do inequalities in health arise?
variations in access to health services, variations from area to area in the quality of healthcare provided and factors outside the NHS control such as wealth, lifestyles, environmental and genetic
what does evidence suggest about those living in high socio-economic deprivation?
they have a multitude of external factors and disadvantage, the healthcare is of poor quality and it is difficult securing access to services
what is Bevan Healthcare?
bevan healthcare is a GP surgery that is a pathway team and a street health team. BRICSS is part of the healthcare which is an intermediate health hostel. It provide refugee and asylum seeker clinics as well as late night clinics for those involved in prostitution. There is also a wellbeing centre.
why is screening for cervical cancer a public health priority?
cervical cancer is one of the most frequent gynaecological malignancies that is preventable through screening
what is the barrier to cervical screening for transgender population?
transgender men are less likely to go for cervical screening than cisgendered women - they are also more likely to receive an inadequate smear test - if you are a trans man registered with a GP they will not invite you for a cervical smear test
which population is the most marginalised with regards to health care?
trans population
what are some barriers for trans men in cervical screening?
they have good knowledge of the importance however previous negative experiences deter them.
what are some barriers for immigrants?
pregnancy care, access to hormones and access primary care, intergenerational disadvantage, language barriers, registration difficulties and implicit bias
what can health professionals do to overcome these issues?
awareness to entitlement to care, equal care, good communication and translation, awareness of patients social situation and knowing availability of services
