Discussion: Review the concepts of epidemiology in disease control and prevention

Discussion: Review the concepts of epidemiology in disease control and prevention

Discussion: Review the concepts of epidemiology in disease control and prevention

Overview
This discussion board is aligned with the module objective “Demonstrate community assessments and apply the principles of epidemiology.” As part of the discussion you will:
Review the concepts of epidemiology in disease control and prevention (p. 70-78).
Apply ecosocial epidemiology paradigm (macro-level) to one of your chosen diagnosis from module 1 written assignment ( eg. Cardiovascular illness).
Must contain minimum of two (2) references, in addition to examples from your personal experiences to augment the topic. The goal is to make your post interesting and engaging so others will want to read/respond to it. Synthesize and summarize from your resources in order to avoid the use of direct quotes, which can often be dry and boring. No direct quotes are allowed in the discussion board posts.

Write a paper (2,000 words) in which you apply the concepts of epidemiology and nursing research to a communicable disease ( influenza). Refer to “Communicable Disease Chain,” “Chain of Infection,” and the CDC website for assistance

Communicable Disease Selection

Influenza

Epidemiology Paper Requirements

Address the following:

Describe the chosen communicable disease, including causes, symptoms, mode of transmission, complications, treatment, and the demographic of interest (mortality, morbidity, incidence, and prevalence). Is this a reportable disease? If so, provide details about reporting time, whom to report to, etc. Discussion: Review the concepts of epidemiology in disease control and prevention

Describe the social determinants of health and explain how those factors contribute to the development of this disease.

Discuss the epidemiologic triangle as it relates to the communicable disease you have selected. Include the host factors, agent factors (presence or absence), and environmental factors. Are there any special considerations or notifications for the community, schools, or general population?

Explain the role of the community health nurse (case finding, reporting, data collection, data analysis, and follow‐up) and why demographic data are necessary to the health of the community.

Identify at least one national agency or organization that addresses the communicable disease chosen and describe how the organizations contribute to resolving or reducing the impact of disease.

Discuss a global implication of the disease. How is this addressed in other countries or cultures? Is this disease endemic to a particular area? Provide an example.

A minimum of three peer‐reviewed or professional references is required.

PBHE413 Discuss a scenario: Disease Control and Prevention

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2012), “…it is important to conduct surveillance to determine the extent and scope of the health effects on the affected populations…Public health surveillance during a disaster allows for the detection of potential disease outbreaks and track disease and injury trends.” In public health emergencies, decisions need to be made in a very short period, which is very different than a standard epidemiological investigation. Discussion: Review the concepts of epidemiology in disease control and prevention

Please answer the following:

Discuss a scenario (your experience if possible) when an attempt to control health problems was implemented. Be sure to focus on the health of a community, rather than the individual patients.

How are rapid needs assessments used during disasters and emergencies?

Please use APA style and use intext citations APA style. Please No Plagiarism Discussion: Review the concepts of epidemiology in disease control and prevention

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