NR 447 Week 2 Community Windshield Survey

NR 447 Week 2 Community Windshield Survey

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Chamberlain University

NR-447: RN Collaborative Healthcare

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NR 447 Week 2 Community Windshield Survey

NR443/435/436: Community Windshield Survey Form

Directions: Please refer to the Community Windshield Survey Guidelines and the grading rubric in your NR443/435/436 course for specific instructions. Complete the form below using your observations. This form is mandatory for submission.

Begin by driving through the community where you reside or work multiple times. Record your observations to complete the following tables.

Name:
Date: March 16, 2018

1. Community Description

• Name of city or town and state: Bronx, NY
• Name of street or road in this community: Eastchester Road
• Nature of the community (rural, suburban, urban): Urban
• Brief description of the community:
  The community I work in is urban, busy, and noisy. It is surrounded by healthcare offices, hospitals, supermarkets, fast food outlets, and schools. The area is always crowded, with people constantly moving about. The community is accessible due to nearby bus stops and a train station.

2. Community Vitality

Observations:

• Approximate age range: Youngest: Infants, Oldest: 70–80 years
• General appearance: The community members varied in size, with most people ranging from overweight to obese.
• Dress style: Most individuals appeared well-dressed for work, with some in medical scrubs due to the nearby hospitals and offices. Others were appropriately dressed for cold weather.
• Activity observed: Many people were walking to get food during their lunch break, with some walking in groups, while others waited at bus stops. Heavy traffic with drivers honking was also observed.

3. Indicators of Social and Economic Conditions

Observations:

• Housing types: A mix of apartment buildings, some of which are luxury apartments occupied by nearby healthcare professionals.
• Housing condition: The buildings are well-maintained, lawns are kept, and streets are clean.
• Forms of transportation: Cars, buses, trains, and cabs were visible, with one individual seen riding a bike.
• Job availability: Primarily healthcare and fast food employment opportunities.
• Schools and daycares: An elementary school and a college were observed; no daycare centers were noted.

4. Health Resources

Observations:

• Availability of resources: The community has an abundance of healthcare facilities, making it unnecessary for residents to travel far for services. Resources seem adequate to address most community health needs.

5. Environmental Conditions Related to Health

6. Social Functioning

Observations:

• Places of worship: There were no places of worship in the immediate area, but a church in the next community is accessible.
• Interactions: People were friendly, walking and talking, mainly in their 20s to 50s.
• Children: None observed playing.
• Subgroups: The area was ethnically diverse, with a large Hispanic presence.

7. Attitudes Toward Health and Healthcare

8. Aggregates or Vulnerable Populations Observed

• Vulnerable populations observed: Infants and children, pregnant women or adolescents, adolescents, seniors, disadvantaged ethnic groups.
• Detailed observation: A young Hispanic woman, approximately 20–25 years old, pushing a stroller with a toddler, appeared well-dressed and healthy. Both mother and child seemed happy and in good spirits.

9. Health Problems and Behaviors Observed

• Positive health behaviors: A man was seen riding a bike, which is good for both exercise and the environment.
• Unhealthy behaviors: Many individuals were observed smoking, including healthcare workers.
• Health issues: Obesity seemed prevalent in the community, likely influenced by the availability of fast food restaurants.

10. Health Problem and Healthy People (HP) Objective

• Priority health problem diagnosis: Nutrition and weight status
• HP Objective Number: NWS-10
• HP Objective: Reduce the proportion of adults who are obese.

11. Summary of Learning

Completing this windshield survey helped me realize the extent of obesity in my community. Many individuals in the area are overweight, which could be due to the limited number of affordable healthy food options. While there are some healthy restaurants, fast food is more accessible and budget-friendly. The presence of a nearby gym offers an option for physical activity, though time constraints or fatigue may limit participation.

References

Nies, M. A., & McEwen, M. (2019). Community/Public health nursing: Promoting the health of populations (7th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Saunders/Elsevier.

NR 447 Week 2 Community Windshield Survey

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion. (2018). Healthy People 2020 objectives. Retrieved from https://www.healthypeople.gov/2020/topics-objectives/