Preventive health care in primary care settings is critical, yet, for many people, especially those without insurance, this basic practice may not happen. The purpose of this study was to describe the assessed risks and screening practices for a vulnerable population of women who received care from advanced practice nurses at a community nurse-managed clinic. With a goal of reducing health disparities, the clinic serves women who are uninsured and have many additional socioeconomic and health concerns. Aday's Vulnerable Population Model, which proposes that resource availability, relative risk, and health status are related, was used as the conceptual framework. Using a chart audit instrument developed by the investigator, data were collected from clinical records on 600 visits. The instrument was developed based on the elements of the Nursing Minimum Data Set, and from chart forms. Data analysis is ongoing and will include a population profile, trends relative to vulnerability, and rates for assessed risks and screening practices. Outcomes, including acceptance of practitioner recommendations, problem resolution, follow-up visits, and referrals will be presented.
Learning Objectives: 1. Become familiar with an innovative practice model to deliver care to a vulnerable population. 2. Be acquainted with a chart audit instrument for use in a nurse-managed clinic
Keywords: Access and Services, Underserved Populations
Presenting author's disclosure statement:
Organization/institution whose products or services will be discussed: None
I do not have any significant financial interest/arrangement or affiliation with any organization/institution whose products or services are being discussed in this session.