GCU NRS420 Week 1 Discussion (dq1+dq2) Latest 2024

NRS420-O502 Health Assessment

Week 1 Discussion

DQ 1

The United States has ranked below other developed countries in maternal morbidity and mortality for several years and has not met the associated Healthy People 2030 goal. Maternal health is a critical factor for the live birth of a healthy infant. Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) along with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) are factors that influence maternal morbidity and mortality.

Choose two factors from SDOH or DEI that have influenced maternal morbidity and mortality in the United States. What are some best practices in health promotion that could improve maternal health outcomes? Provide a community resource or program in your area that is focused on improving maternal and infant health. Describe their services and provide a link or contact information for your resource.

DQ 2

You are a nurse at the Community Health Center. Based on the first letter of your first name, you are assigned the following age groups:

A-F: 0-3 months

G-L: 4-6 months

M-S: 7-9 months

T-Z: 10-12 months

A parent/caregiver has brought their infant to your Community Health Center. Based on your assigned age group, what will you assess to determine health and development status of the infant? Describe the normal findings you would anticipate for each area assessed. Select one area that could be a "red flag" finding. Discuss the recommendations that you would give the parent/caregiver supported by evidence-based practice to address this "red flag" finding.