In all cases, justify your answer and include appropriate in text citations and a reference list. All questions are related to Chapters 12, 13,16, 17, 22, 38-43, 67, and 70. APA 7th edition. references for each question. in the book Policy & Politics in Nursing and Health Care 8th edition
1). Chapter22 describes policy processes related to determinants of and policy processes to mitigate health disparities. How would you describe your current relationship to the alleviation of disparities in your practice. Describe a time when you feel you could have done a better job of successfully managing a disparity related health issue and how you would make adjustments in your approach now.
3) Chapter 13 describes the impact of billboards and a social media campaign. What are your thoughts about this kind of political messaging and how it used. Describe the pro’s and con’s.
5. What strategies would enhance the effective influence of nurses as a collective special interest group in policy advocacy and electoral politics? Give some specific examples. (Chapters 67,70)
7) In what ways can nurses advocate for and enhance the work of one or more nursing professional organizations? ( Chapter 67) Cite sources/ be specific with examples specific to the organization(s) chosen.
- Alleviation of Health Disparities: Reflect on your current practice and consider instances where you’ve encountered health disparities. Discuss a specific situation where you feel you could have managed a disparity-related health issue better. Perhaps there was a lack of cultural competence or resources. Then, describe how you would adjust your approach now. For example, you might mention seeking additional training in cultural competency or advocating for increased resources for underserved populations.
- Impact of Billboards and Social Media Campaigns: Consider the effectiveness of billboards and social media campaigns in influencing political messaging. Pros may include the ability to reach a wide audience and raise awareness quickly. However, cons may include the potential for oversimplification or misinformation. Discuss these points with examples if possible, and provide your thoughts on how these methods can be used responsibly in political messaging.
- Enhancing Nurse Influence in Policy Advocacy: Explore strategies that can amplify the collective voice of nurses in policy advocacy and electoral politics. Examples may include forming coalitions with other healthcare professionals or community organizations, engaging in grassroots campaigns, or running for political office. Discuss how these strategies empower nurses to advocate for policies that promote health equity and improve patient outcomes.
- Advocating for Nursing Professional Organizations: Consider ways in which nurses can support and enhance the work of nursing professional organizations. This could involve participating in advocacy campaigns, serving on committees or boards, or contributing to research and policy development. Choose specific nursing organizations and provide examples of how nurses can actively engage with them to advance the profession and address key issues affecting healthcare delivery and nursing practice.