Section: Unit 6 Vulnerable Populations and Community Health | Population and Community Health | NextGenU.org

  • Unit Learning Outcomes:
    • Analyze the health needs of vulnerable populations 
    • Evaluate the impact of global migration on health 
    • Examine the nurse's role in caring for migrant and refugee populations
    • Identify successful case studies and interventions for improving outcomes in vulnerable groups
    • Unit 6: Lesson 1: Identifying and Addressing the Needs of Vulnerable Populations

      Student Learning Outcomes:

      Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

      • Define vulnerability in the context of population health
      • Identify global examples of vulnerable populations
      • Identify factors contributing to health vulnerability
      • Outline strategies for improving health outcomes in vulnerable populations
      • Identify case studies of successful interventions globally
      • Identify the nurse's role in advocating for vulnerable groups

      Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 2 hours and 35 minutes.

       
      Required Learning Resources and Activities
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      Quiz: Unit 6 Lesson 1
      Not available unless: The activity Unit 5 Exam is complete and passed
    • Unit 6: Lesson 2: Global Migration and Refugee Health

      Student Learning Outcomes:

      Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

      • Explain the health challenges faced by migrant and refugee populations
      • Identify international policies and programs addressing migrant health
      • Identify the nurse's role in providing care to migrant and refugee communities

      Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 2 hours and 14 minutes.

       
      Required Learning Resources and Activities
    • quiz icon
      Quiz: Unit 6 Lesson 2
      Not available unless: The activity Quiz: Unit 6 Lesson 1 is complete and passed
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      Unit 6 Exam Quiz
      Not available unless: The activity Quiz: Unit 6 Lesson 2 is complete and passed