NURS FPX 6026 Assessment 3 Population Health Policy Advocacy

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Capella University

NURS-FPX 6026 Biopsychosocial Concepts for Advanced Nursing Practice 2

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Date

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The Imperative of Developing Policy to Promote Tobacco Cessation Plans and Control Among Adolescents and Adults

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 [Your Name], [Your Qualifications], [Your Affiliation]

Keywords 

Tobacco use, tobacco control, curriculum-based tobacco control, tobacco cessation plan, tobacco control policy, adolescents and tobacco control

Evaluation of the Current State of Quality of Care and Outcomes 

Tobacco use poses a significant public health challenge across all age demographics, with adolescents and adults being particularly affected. Presently, the quality of care for tobacco users is characterized by a plethora of online resources aimed at raising awareness and promoting tobacco cessation. Additionally, some healthcare organizations have instituted tobacco control programs to facilitate cessation efforts. However, these interventions often lack a patient-centered approach, resulting in limited effectiveness in facilitating intentional tobacco cessation [1].

Moreover, the absence of curriculum-based tobacco control in educational institutions contributes to increased tobacco use among adolescents, leading to adverse health outcomes including the onset of tobacco-related diseases and the propagation of secondhand smoke exposure. Closing these knowledge gaps necessitates further research to enhance the evaluation of care quality and outcomes related to tobacco use and cessation efforts.

Analyzing the Necessity of Health Policy Development and Advocacy 

Assessing the current state of care quality and health outcomes underscores the urgency of health policy development and advocacy. Inadequate implementation of tobacco cessation plans and the absence of curriculum-based tobacco control have led to escalating tobacco use rates among adolescents and adults. Secondhand smoke exposure exacerbates the community-wide impact, resulting in a range of tobacco-related diseases. Addressing these challenges requires comprehensive health policies tailored to curbing tobacco use and fostering tobacco-free environments.

Proposed policies aimed at preventing tobacco use among adolescents and adults hold promise for improving care quality and outcomes. By integrating curriculum-based tobacco control programs and cessation plans, these policies can mitigate the burden of tobacco-related diseases and promote healthier lifestyles. However, successful policy implementation hinges on addressing uncertainties such as school and parental participation, as well as adult resistance to change.

Justification for the Proposed Policy 

The proposed policy stands to significantly enhance care quality and outcomes among adolescents and adults grappling with tobacco use. By targeting vulnerable age groups and promoting early prevention efforts, the policy aims to avert long-term health consequences associated with tobacco use. Furthermore, by reducing the prevalence of tobacco-related diseases, the policy can alleviate strain on healthcare systems, thereby improving overall public health [2].

Despite potential challenges, including resource constraints and the need for staff training, integrating tobacco control measures into institutional frameworks remains critical for realizing positive health outcomes. By addressing these challenges, the proposed policy can pave the way for a healthier, tobacco-free future.

Advocacy for Policy Development in Other Care Settings 

Tobacco use pervades various settings beyond healthcare, necessitating policy development across diverse environments. Implementing tobacco-free policies in hospitals, educational institutions, workplaces, and restaurants can significantly reduce tobacco use and secondhand smoke exposure, thereby fostering healthier communities [3].

NURS FPX 6026 Assessment 3 Population Health Policy Advocacy

However, challenges such as nicotine dependence and resource limitations must be overcome to ensure successful policy implementation. By garnering support from diverse stakeholders and allocating resources strategically, policymakers can effectively curb tobacco use and promote public health across different care settings.

Inter-professional Aspects of the Developed Policy 

Inter-professional collaboration plays a pivotal role in promoting tobacco control and cessation efforts across different care settings. By leveraging the expertise of diverse healthcare professionals, policy implementation can be streamlined to maximize impact. However, ensuring effective collaboration necessitates addressing communication barriers and resolving disagreements among team members [4].

By fostering a collaborative environment conducive to achieving shared goals, inter-professional teams can drive meaningful change in tobacco control and cessation efforts, ultimately improving care quality and outcomes for the target population.

Conclusion

Tobacco use remains a pressing public health concern, necessitating proactive policy interventions to curb its prevalence. By developing and implementing comprehensive tobacco control policies, policymakers can mitigate the adverse health effects of tobacco use and promote healthier communities. Further research and advocacy efforts are warranted to advance policy development and implementation in this critical area of public health.

References

 [1] Quadri MFA, John T, Kaur D, et al. Poor Implementation of Tobacco Control Measures and Lack of Education Influences the Intention to Quit Tobacco: a Structural Equation Modelling Approach. BMC Public Health. 2022;22(1). doi:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-022-13565-3

[2] Asif A, Dailey H, Sheth HS, Petroulakis M. Enhancing Hospitalists Smoking Cessation Counseling and Billing Compliance by Education Intervention: a Quality Improvement Project. Journal of Community Hospital Internal Medicine Perspectives. 2021;11(5):612-618. doi:https://doi.org/10.1080/20009666.2021.1961380

[3] Shelley DR, Kyriakos C, McNeill A, et al. Challenges to Implementing the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control Guidelines on Tobacco Cessation Treatment: a Qualitative Analysis. Addiction. 2019;115(3):527-533. doi:https://doi.org/10.1111/add.14863

[4] Romano I, Costello MJ, Ropp C, et al. Evaluating the short-term Impact of a tobacco-free Policy in an Inpatient Addiction Treatment Setting. Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment. 2019;107:50-59. doi:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsat.2019.09.007

NURS FPX 6026 Assessment 3 Population Health Policy Advocacy