Community Exam 3 Flashcards
What are health disparities linked to?
- gender
- ethnicity
- race
- education
- income differences
What are racial and ethnic minority barriers linked to?
- reduced access to care
- decreased use of preventative care
- poorer health outcomes
What is homicide often related to?
Substance use
Who is homicide usually committed by, and when?
- someone known to the victim
- during an argument
What often precedes homicide in families?
Violence
In what age group is homicide increasing?
adolescents
Who is more likely to be assaulted?
males
Who is at increased risk for assault?
youth
What are the most common types of rape?
- spousal (marital)
- acquaintance (date)
Who is more likely to be raped?
females
When is there an increased risk for rape to occur?
- cities
- between 8pm and 2 am
- weekends
- summer months
What age group has the highest suicide rates?
45-65
Who is more likely to ATTEMPT suicide?
females
Who is more likely to COMPLETE suicide?
males
What are the 4 types of physical violence?
- infant/child
- spouse/partner
- older adult
- non-spouse/partner
What are the 4 types of neglect?
- physical
- emotional
- educational
- health/dental care
What could unexplained or unmentioned injury/wounds be a sign of?
potential abuse/neglect
For violence primary prevention, it is important to teach alternative methods of what?
- conflict resolution
- anger management
- coping strategies
How can you reduce the stress that leads to violence? What level of prevention is this?
- respite services
- finding employment
- social support network
- PRIMARY PREVENTION
What should safeguarding be encouraged for? What type of prevention is this?
- funds
- property
- PRIMARY PREVENTION
How do you safeguard funds and property?
- representative trust
- durable power of attorney
- representative payee
- joint tenancy
What level of prevention is screening?
SECONDARY PREVENTION
What indicates dependence?
- manifestations of tolerance and withdrawal
- denial
How does recovery occur?
- over years
- involves relapses
- with support system and 12-step program
Can tolerance develop with alcohol?
yes
What happens to excess alcohol that is not metabolized?
It circulates in the blood and affects the CNS and the brain
When does alcohol withdrawal start?
Within 4-12 hours of last drink
What should you determine with alcohol withdrawal?
The time of the last drink
How does carbonation affect the blood alcohol level?
It increases absoption
Can you develop a tolerance to tobacco?
Yes and quickly
What are the risks of tobacco use?
- cancer
- cardio disease
- respiratory disease
When do tolerance and dependence develop with marijuana?
With long-term use
What are examples of stimulants?
- tobacco
- caffeine
- amphetamines
- methamphetamines
- cocaine
What are examples of depressants?
- alcohol
- barbituates
- benzos
- chloral hydrate
- GHB
What are examples of opiates?
- morphine
- heroin
- codeine
- fentanyl
What are examples of hallucinogens?
- LSD
- PCP
- MDMA (ecstacy)
How can inhalants cause death?
- dysrhythmias
- asphyxiation
How should you ask questions to those with substance use disorder?
- in a matter-of-fact tone
- explain that the purpose is because of the effects that different substances can have on health
When questioning someone with substance use disorder, what information should you seek?
- info about specific substances
- methods
- quantity
- frequency
How do vitals present in substance use disorder?
Vary based on substance
How does appearance present in substance use disorder?
- disheveled
- unsteady gait
How do eyes present in substance use disorder?
- pupils dilated/pinpoint
- red
- poor eye contact
How does skin present in substance use disorder?
- diaphoretic
- cold/clammy
- needle track marks
- spider angiomas
How does the nose present with substance use disorder?
- runny
- congested
- red
- cauliflower-shaped
How do tremors present in substance use disorder?
fine or coarse
What does the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI) do?
- advocacy group
- reduce stigma
- provide services
What are those with mental illness at an increased risk for?
- substance use disorder
- suicide
- chronic illness
Why are incidence and prevalence counts often inaccurate?
Many homeless people are transient, staying with friends, or residing in difficult to access locations
When do impoverished and homeless people usually seek health care?
In times of acute exacerbation or crisis
What is the population of a rural area?
< 20,000 residents
What is the population of a frontier area?
< or equal to 6 persons per square mile
What is the population of an urban area?
20,000 to 49,999 residents
What is the population of larger central cities?
1 million + residents
What can cause injury for those living rurally?
- lightning
- drowning
- boating
- farm machinery
- snowmobile
- all-terrain vehicles
- motorcycle crashes
What are occupational risks for those living rurally?
- agriculture
- mining
- fishing
- construction
What challenges do nurses face when working rurally?
- limited resources
- isolation from other providers
- broad age range and range of conditions
What are barriers to care for those living rurally?
- distance
- transportation
- weather/travel conditions
- insurance/paying for care
- shortage of hospitals and providers
How are migrant workers usually employed?
In farming during the time of caring for and harvesting crops