Chapter Outline

Overview of Poverty and Homelessness

Defining Poverty and Homelessness
The Magnitude of Poverty and Homelessness
Epidemiologic Factors Affecting the Health of Poor and Homeless Populations

Biophysical Considerations
Psychological Considerations
Physical Environmental Considerations
Sociocultural Considerations

Lack of Affordable Housing
Poverty, Social Support, and Welfare Reform
Mobility
Employment
School Attendance
Criminal Justice, Civil Rights, and Violence

Behavioral Considerations
Health System Considerations

Community Health Nursing and Care of Poor and Homeless Population

Assessing the Health of Poor and Homeless Populations

Diagnostic Reasoning and Care of Poor and Homeless Populations

Planning and Implementing Health Care for Poor and Homeless Populations

Primary Prevention
Secondary Prevention
Tertiary Prevention

Evaluating Care for Poor and Homeless Populations

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