various inquiries towards giving an insight into some of the essential concerns to facilitate timely and effective counter-response to the influenza epidemic

various inquiries towards giving an insight into some of the essential concerns to facilitate timely and effective counter-response to the influenza epidemic

Living with a number of around 500 inmates is catastrophic, especially when there is an emergence of infectious diseases. The vulnerability of the inmates during such situations makes it essential to formulate some of the best approaches to alleviate the probable menace resulting from the spread of such diseases. Being a corrections nurse, there are several considerations to facilitate the realization of immediate and effective counter-responses. The paper reflects on various inquiries towards giving an insight into some of the essential concerns to facilitate timely and effective counter-response to the influenza epidemic.

Q1.

There are several considerations needed towards improving the rate of vaccine adherence and curb the menace. Organized community efforts aimed towards preservation and protection are fundamental considerations when reflecting on community health (Allender et al., 2013). The level of education is one of the significant factors since it gives an insight into whether the population is aware of the fatality of the disease or not. Secondly, information related to the populations’ perception of mandatory vaccination can facilitate the adoption of unique approaches to curb the spread of the disease.

Q2.

Inmates’ histories present various concepts that might make it challenging when responding to the disease. Gender-specific issues, substance abuse, culture and identity, hopelessness, and trauma are some of the critical issues that might pose challenges when responding to the situation. Similarly, systems issues such as sanctions and coerced treatment might pose challenges when trying to respond to this problem.

Q3.

There are distinct environmental factors that might complicate the process of immunization. Safety concerns arise when trying to reflect on the implications of such vaccinations. Attitude is one of the ecological issues influencing vaccination. For example, attitude is considered to generate temperature gradients, which might affect vaccination and its effectiveness. Similarly, toxins such as air pollution may complicate the whole process.

Q4.

Creating awareness concerning the fatality of the disease is one of the measures to increase influenza vaccine rates (Schmid et al., 2017). The provision of regular reminders and utilization of standing orders are other approaches towards increasing the rate of vaccination. Similarly, the optimization of documentation and giving ongoing feedback can translate to an increase in the rate of immunization.

In summary, the paper reflects on primary considerations when responding to the problem of an influenza outbreak. Understanding various data will lead to an improvement in vaccine adherence. The paper reflects on some of the inmates’ histories that might make the exercise a challenge. Giving ongoing feedback, document optimization, and adoption of regular reminders are some of the approaches to increase the rate of immunization.

References

Allender, J., Rector, C., Rector, C., & Warner, K. (2013). Community & public health nursing: Promoting the public’s health. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.

Schmid, P., Rauber, D., Betsch, C., Lidolt, G., & Denker, M. L. (2017). Barriers of influenza vaccination intention and behavior–a systematic review of influenza vaccine hesitancy, 2005–2016. PloS one, 12(1).