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Select an ethnic minority
group that is represented in the United States (American Indian/Alaskan Native,
Asian American, Black/African American, Hispanic/Latino, Native Hawaiian, or
Pacific Islander). Using health information available from Healthy People, the
CDC, and other relevant government websites, analyze the health status for this
group.
In a paper of 1,000-1,250
words, compare and contrast the health status of your selected minority group
to the national average. Include the following:
1. Describe
the ethnic minority group selected. Describe the current health status of this
group. How do race and ethnicity influence health for this group?
2. What
are the health disparities that exist for this group? What are the nutritional
challenges for this group?
3. Discuss
the barriers to health for this group resulting from culture, socioeconomics,
education, and sociopolitical factors.
4. What
health promotion activities are often practiced by this group?
5. Describe
at least one approach using the three levels of health promotion prevention
(primary, secondary, and tertiary) that is likely to be the most effective in a
care plan given the unique needs of the minority group you have selected.
Provide an explanation of why it might be the most effective choice.
6. What
cultural beliefs or practices must be considered when creating a care plan?
What cultural theory or model would be best to support culturally competent
health promotion for this population? Why?
Cite at least three
peer-reviewed or scholarly sources to complete this assignment. Sources should
be published within the last 5 years and appropriate for the assignment
criteria and public health content.
Prepare this assignment
according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the
Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric.
Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar
with the expectations for successful completion.
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