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The Effects On Pregnancy In Homeless Women, Kristin F. Rucker, Carlie R. Lyons
The Effects On Pregnancy In Homeless Women, Kristin F. Rucker, Carlie R. Lyons
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Abstract
BACKGROUND: The number of homeless pregnant women is continuing to increase around the world. Homeless women are experiencing difficulties with their pregnancy that others may not face, including birth abnormalities and not seeking appropriate care due to cost and stigmatization. Nurses need to educate homeless pregnant women on what is needed for a healthy pregnancy and childbirth. OBJECTIVE: This exploratory research describes the needs for advocacy in women who are experiencing homelessness while pregnant and how homelessness affects pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care. LITERATURE REVIEW: The search methods used was CINAHL and ETSU Library. Keywords: homelessness, …
Homeless Population Enumeration, Ji-Soo Jennifer Choi
Homeless Population Enumeration, Ji-Soo Jennifer Choi
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There is currently very limited information on homeless population including, population size, demographic, geological location, and such; these are all vital information that are required to create resources and supports that helps to meet the needs of homeless population (Forchuk, 2021). Dr. Richard Booth’s ongoing research on homeless population enumeration aims to generate accurate quantitative representation of the homelessness incidence. It will be undertaking the form of a scoping review by reviewing relevant literatures to explore and synthesize various enumeration processes and conceptualization of construct of ‘homelessness’.