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Applying “Evidence-Based Practice”
Population groups with differences determined by culture, religion or ethnicity also show differences in terms of illness behavior and beliefs.
Discuss a patient population that are at risk and apply evidence-based practice guidelines in management of their illnesses across the age continuum.
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Applying “Evidence-Based Practice”
Culture, religion, and ethnicity/race have a significant influence on health risks and
outcomes. In terms of ethnicity/race, a major disparity can be identified in terms of health
access and medical insurance. In this case, Hispanics emerge as an at-risk group within the
American healthcare system. The proportion of uninsured Hispanics is considerably higher
than all other ethnicities or races for persons aged below 65 years (see figure 1 below). Since
lack of insurance has been associated with poor health access...