The nurse is participating in a committee with the objective of promoting healthcare justice in the community.
Which of the following recommendations should the nurse make to achieve the goal?
The nurse is participating in a committee with the objective of promoting healthcare justice in the community.
Which of the following recommendations should the nurse make to achieve the goal?
A. establishing interdisciplinary collaboration between nursing and nutritional services
[15%]
B. providing more confidential waste containers at local drug stores
[3%]
C. offering free telehealth offerings in underserved areas of the community
[79%]
D. offering inpatient clients the ability to select their meal times
[3%]
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Subject
Leadership & Management
Lesson
Ethical/Legal
Client Need
Test Plan
Management of Care
Related Topic
Advocacy
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Item Type
Application
Explanation
Choice C is correct. The premise of social justice is expanding access to affordable healthcare for all individuals. The nurse recommending health services for underserved areas is a way to improve health inequalities in the community. Another example would be the nurse endorsing expanding health services and eligibility for Medicaid.
Choice A is incorrect. Establishing interdisciplinary collaboration between nursing and nutritional services does not focus on the community, as the focus is on two professional departments and no clear beneficiary.
Choice B is incorrect. Providing more confidential waste containers at local drug stores does not promote healthcare justice in the community. Instead, it gives easier access to individuals who need to dispose of confidential waste potentially closer to where they live. Providing more confidential waste containers at local drug stores relates to promoting confidentiality as this does not expand the offering of medical services.
Choice D is incorrect. Offering inpatient clients the ability to select their meal times does not promote healthcare justice. Instead, it could place an undue burden on the food service staff and not be a practical option in large inpatient settings. Offering inpatient clients the ability to select their meal times aligns with the nurse promoting autonomy.
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Additional Info
✓ The primary focus of healthcare justice is the fair and equitable treatment of individuals.
✓ The goal is to expand access so all individuals can enjoy healthcare regardless of culture, gender, age, or income status.
✓ The nurse promoting programs and services targeting underserved areas are a prime example of promoting this type of justice.
