Explain the importance of epidemiology for informing scientific, ethical, economic and political discussion of health issues.

FOUNDATIONAL COMPETENCIES Evidence-based Approaches to Public Health Apply epidemiological methods to the breadth of settings and situations in public health practice Select quantitative and qualitative data collection methods appropriate for a given public health context. Analyze quantitative and qualitative data using biostatistics, informatics, computer-based programming and software, as appropriate. Interpret results of data analysis for […]

Identify three strengths of the community related to the public’s health.Identify three weaknesses in the community that can be barriers to access and delivery of health care.Discuss

In order to intervene effectively to address health issues and concerns and develop initiatives that will improve the health of the community you must analyze relevant data. Community health nurses need to collaborate with other health professionals and community partners to understand the strengths and challenges that affect the health of vulnerable populations. To accomplish […]