Week 1
discussion
Discussion: Political, Social, and Sociocultural Influences
on Women’s Health
As an advanced practice nurse, you must remain current on
health issues that commonly impact women such as birth control, abortion,
family planning, the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, and human
immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Many of these women’s health issues are heavily
influenced by political, social, and sociocultural factors. These influences
might not only affect a woman’s ability or desire to receive care, but also a
provider’s ability or willingness to offer care. How might political, social,
and sociocultural factors influence your personal perceptions of these women’s
health issues?
To prepare:
Review this week’s media presentation, as well as Chapter 1
of the Schuiling and Likis text.
Select and research one of the following women’s health
issues: birth control, abortion, family planning, human papillomavirus (HPV)
vaccine, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in women, or another issue approved
by the course Instructor.
Consider the impact of political, social, and sociocultural
factors on the women’s health issue you selected.
Reflect on how the personal perceptions of providers might
influence their ability or willingness to care for women in relation to this
issue.
