Self-Assessment
Self-assessment is an important tool for healthcare professionals, including those pursuing a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree, to evaluate their own knowledge, skills, and abilities in relation to their profession's competencies (Mantzourani et al., 2019). The purpose of self-assessment in relation to DNP competencies and population-based health and healthcare disparities is to identify areas for improvement and to develop strategies to address them (Kulhanek, 2022). This paper will provide a self-assessment regarding learning throughout this course.
Reflection on the Course Achievement
In terms of primary, secondary, and tertiary levels of prevention, I have asked myself if I have a good understanding of what each level of prevention entails and how to implement them in practice. I believe that I do, based on feedback I have received throughout the course and on my own positive personal experience. I have also reflected on readings and discussions that focused on prevention strategies, and have evaluated my understanding of the concepts by showing that I can apply them to caring for patients, including vulnerable populations, through the provision of health education.
Regarding knowledge of the healthcare environment and the impact of health, economic, and environmental risks on vulnerable populations, I have assessed how well I understand the social determinants of health and how they affect health outcomes, such as poverty, environment, access to care, education, and race. I would evaluate further whether I can recognize the effects of these determinants on vulnerable populations, and how I can use this knowledge to provide effective care.
When it comes to utilizing tools such as the Genogram and Ecomap in patient care, my exercises on this topic required me to use these tools for a family, and it helped me to see the various factors and supports within a family system framework. I could see how well I can apply these tools to gather relevant patient information and how they can be used to inform patient care.
With regard to appropriate public health terminology, my understanding of commonly used public health terms and how they are used in intra/interprofessional collaboration is fairly good but I think this could be improved upon. Nonetheless, it is clear to me that population-based health is concerned with the health of populations as a whole, rather than just individual patients (Menges et al., 2021). This is why understanding the social determinants of health, such as income, education, and access to healthcare, is so important for it gives one a better perspective on the factors that impact the whole population (Figueroa et al., 2020). Likewise, healthcare disparities refer to differences in health outcomes between different groups of people, often based on factors like race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status, as there are always going...
…setting and make a meaningful contribution to nursing practice. I think that collaboration with my mentor has enhanced my work in the DNP program in several ways. First, the mentor gave me guidance on selecting an appropriate project and developing a project plan, defining clear goals and objectives, and outlining the steps needed to achieve those goals. Second, the mentor gave great feedback and support throughout the project. Third, the mentor was a source of motivation and accountability. By setting regular meetings and deadlines, the mentor helped me to stay on track and make steady progress towards my goals. The mentor also gave encouragement and support when I hit unexpected setbacks and challenges.Conclusion
Self-assessment is a crucial tool for healthcare professionals, including those pursuing a DNP degree, to identify areas for improvement and to develop strategies to address them in the context of DNP competencies and population-based health and healthcare disparities. By continuously evaluating and improving their skills and knowledge, healthcare professionals can provide more effective care to their patients and work towards reducing healthcare disparities in the populations they serve. For me it has been positively beneficial in helping me to see what I have gained from this course and where I can continue to improve. Additionally, it is clear that collaboration with a mentor can be immensely helpful in reaching academic goals, particularly…
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