Discuss nursing assessments for one special populations
As nurses care for patients they will provide care to people from a special population. This may include: frail elderly, homeless, transgender, gay or lesbian, developmentally-delayed, war veterans, an individuals with physical disabilities – paralysis, amputations, immune compromised, etc. For this discussion, select a special population of interest; research a minimum of two (2) sources focused on these clients’ needs that can be best met in a health care setting.
1. How will your nursing assessment need to change to meet the needs of your chosen population?
2.What special concerns need to be addressed?
3. What referrals might be recommended?
Write at least 2-3 paragraphs