Asked by Marco Tulio Canjura-Martinez on May 10, 2024
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A nurse is providing screening at a health fair. Which finding indicates the person may be a vulnerable patient who is most\bold{most}most likely to develop health problems?
A) One who is pregnant
B) One who has excessive risks
C) One who has unlimited access to health care
D) One who uses nontraditional healing practices
Vulnerable Patient
An individual who may be at increased risk for health care disparities or poorer health outcomes due to socio-economic, cultural, age, or health-related factors.
Health Fair
An event typically organized by community health organizations to offer health screenings, information, and resources to the public.
Nontraditional Healing Practices
Relates to methods of treatment and healing that fall outside the realm of conventional Western medicine, including herbalism, acupuncture, and spiritual healing.
- Identify vulnerable populations and factors contributing to their vulnerability.
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Learning Objectives
- Identify vulnerable populations and factors contributing to their vulnerability.
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