Chapter 4 Introduction
Chapter Introduction
Chapter 4 provides an overview of some contemporary population health topics that impact society today. Advanced practice nurses should be aware of global health and how the Sustainable Development Goals align with regional health priorities. Climate change provides an opportunity for advocacy and policy. The section on management of disaster and communicable diseases outlines roles of various advanced practice nurses.
Concepts in this chapter align with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing Core Competencies for Nursing Education (AACN, 2021) as outlined in Table 4.1.
Chapter Concepts |
AACN Competencies |
AACN Sub-Competencies |
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Disaster & Communicable Disease Management
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3.2 Engage in effective partnerships.
3.4 Advance equitable population health policy. 3.5 Demonstrate advocacy strategies. 3.6 Advance preparedness to protect population health during disasters and public health emergencies.
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3.2h Assess preparation and readiness of partners to organize during natural and manmade disasters.
3.4l Evaluate the risks to population health associated with globalization. 3.4h Engage in strategies to influence policy change. 3.4i Contribute to policy development at the system, local, regional, or national levels. 3.4j Assess the impact of policy changes. 3.4k Evaluate the ability of policy to address disparities and inequities within segments of the population. 3.5h Engage in relationship-building activities with stakeholders at any level of influence, including system, local, state, national, and/or global. 3.5i Demonstrate leadership skills to promote advocacy efforts that include principles of social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion
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