Asked by Kajal Bharany on May 27, 2024
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Of the following list of patients,which would be considered at high risk to be members of a vulnerable population? (Select all that apply. )
A) An immigrant who speaks only Chinese.
B) A truck driver from Central America who speaks limited English.
C) A 22-year-old pregnant woman.
D) A 15-year-old rape victim.
E) A 40-year-old schizophrenic.
Vulnerable Population
Groups of people who are at increased risk of suffering health disparities or harm due to socioeconomic, geographic, age, health status, or other factors.
Limited English
Describes individuals who have not mastered proficiency in English, often affecting their ability to communicate effectively in predominantly English-speaking contexts.
Immigrant
An individual who moves to a new country with the intention of settling there.
- Recognize and delineate the distinct health hazards facing susceptible groups.
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Learning Objectives
- Recognize and delineate the distinct health hazards facing susceptible groups.
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