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This is a benchmark assignment.
In a written paper of 1,200-1,500
words, apply the concepts of epidemiology and nursing research to a
communicable disease.
Communicable Disease Selection
Choose one communicable disease from
the following list:
- 1. Chickenpox
- 2. Tuberculosis
- 3. Influenza
- 4. Mononucleosis
- 5. Hepatitis B
- 6. HIV
Epidemiology Paper Requirements
Include the following in your
assignment:
- 1. Description of the communicable disease (causes, symptoms, mode of transmission, complications, treatment) and the demographic of interest (mortality, morbidity, incidence, and prevalence).
- 2. Describe the determinants of health and explain how those factors contribute to the development of this disease.
- 3. 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. (The textbook describes each element of the epidemiologic triangle).
- 4. Explain the role of the community health nurse (case finding, reporting, data collecting, data analysis, and follow-up).
- 5. Identify at least one national agency or organization that addresses the communicable disease chosen and describe how the organization(s) contributes to resolving or reducing the impact of disease.
A minimum of three references is
required.
Refer to “Communicable Disease
Chain” and “Chain of Infection” for assistance completing this assignment.
Prepare this assignment according to
the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success
Center. An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a rubric.
Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar
with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this
assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success
Center.
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