Disparities among Low Income and Minority Populations That Affect Access to Healthcare Introduction Race and income affect the health care system in America in a number of ways. The purpose of this study is to find out how race and income affect the healthcare system in America. This paper will show the relation between race and income and how they affect the health care system in America. This paper will also discuss the problems of poverty and how they can affect access to healthcare services. McMillan (2005) defines health care and health reform; it also gives statistics on the comparisons between those with low incomes and those with high incomes and their access to certain health care needs.
For example, members of black and ethnic minority groups are disproportionately represented in low wage or unemployment statistics, reflecting their low status and position in society. There are key values that underpin anti-discriminatory practice which help to identify ways in which social care practice can challenge discrimination. I will look at
These are the SDoH which include social and economic status, employment and income, housing, education, life opportunities, race and racism, gender, access to services, behaviours, nutrition and lifestyle (Marmott, 2005, p.1102). Calma (2007) identifies the SDoH for Indigenous Australians as a reflection of historical factors of treatment and dispossession. These are associated with poverty and inequality in the Indigenous Australian population. Further noting 'human rights principles and social determinants of health are fundamentally connected'. Consistent oppression and disconnection from family, community and country as a result of dispossession and the 'Stolen Generations' for example has resulted in fear, anger and a breakdown of culture and normal social patterns.
P3: Describe the potential effects of discriminatory practice on those who use health or social care services. Include the following and look at how they can result in a loss of right: Marginalisation is one of the effects of discriminatory practice. It is a social division of some people from the large society. People are separated from the society because of their age, disability, culture or social class. If people are separated from the society they will feel isolated and could lead to depression, anxiety, eating disorders, financial problems and/or health problems.
The minority members of the community are often totally left out or ignored in the provision of health care (Oppenheimer 1055). There is a significant level of inequality and favoritism in the health sector globally. Evidences indicate that ethnic and racial minorities in the community receive low quality health care as compared to the non-minority groups. This is evidenced by the statistics that indicate that the minority groups report the highest mortality and morbidity rates in the society, especially those that relate to chronic infections. A report on inequality in the provision of care by the Institute of Medicine (IOM) concluded that “racial and ethnic disparities in healthcare exist and, because they are associated with worse outcomes in many cases, are unacceptable” (Pasick 67).
Describe and Discuss the Impact Social Class may have on Health Status and Health Inequalities Katherine Phillips 10120669 DipHE: Nursing (Mental Health) NUR129: Social Context of Health FHSW: Knowledge Spa Module Teacher: Sally Pitcher Deadline: 23/05/08 Word Count: 1859 This essay will be looking at what inequality is and how different levels of social class affect the health status of people. There has been much debate of what health and illness is and as such has important implication for health policy. The term inequality refers to the degree of difference between one group of people and another. In this case the difference in health between those in different class will be looked at. When looking at the impact that social class may have on heath status and inequalities it is important to first look at what social class and health is.
RTT Task 1 Dede Storms WGU Organizational Systems and Quality Leadership 734.3 Kevin Sauls December 26, 2014 RTT Task 1 A. In this task I was asked to discuss how nursing sensitive indicators could have helped the nurses in the case scenario in identifying issues that may interfere with patient care. Nursing sensitive indicators reflect the structure, process, and outcomes of nursing care. (American Nurses Association, 2014). Indicators of structure are measures by the supply and skill level of nursing staff as well and the education and certifications of the nursing staff.
What is ‘what is basic nursing care? Provide examples to support your answer? 7 Q 7: How can we as Nurses ensure we are up to date with current nursing practice and increase our employment opportunities? 8 Q 8: Discuss the different health issues faced by people from developing countries and those faced by those in western Society. 8 Q9: Choose a culture other than your own and research their beliefs related to health and illness.
Section one deals with the moral foundations of decision making in nursing and includes portions devoted to exploring the role of the nurse as client advocate and the dynamics of the nurse-physician relationship. Section Two examines specific ethical issues across the life span. A valuable appendix cites several codes for nursing Practice as well as a sample living will. Ethical Dilemma Paper Grading and Instructions Please submit an 8-10 page typed paper on an ethical dilemma of interest to you. The case may be something you have encountered in your clinical practice or a nursing ethical dilemma that is of concern to you.
Define “Health disparity” The study of differences in the quality health care across different populations. Health Disparities can be defined as unequal when some people of certain groups do not benefit from the same health status as other groups. Just like cancer, such differences occur when one group of people has a higher risk rate than another, or when one group has a lower chance to live rate than another. Health disparities can usually be identified along racial and ethnic lines, indicating that black people, Latino’s, Asians, and Native Americans have different disease and survival rates from other populations. Such disparities however can also extend beyond race to include areas such as access to healthcare, socio economic status, gender, and biological or behavioral factors.