Analysis of the communicable disease (causes, symptoms, mode of transmission, complications, treatment) to include demographic break down that includes age, gender, race, or other at-risk indicator

QUESTION

Infectious disease

Requirement

My state is Maryland.

Week 5 Paper: Transgender Individuals with HIV/Aids

Apply the concepts of population health and epidemiology to the topic.

Synthesize Course content from Weeks 1-5 according to the following sections:

Introduction: Analysis of the communicable disease (causes, symptoms, mode of transmission, complications, treatment) to include demographic break down that includes age, gender, race, or other at-risk indicators (da ta per demographics should include mortality, morbidity, incidence, and prevalence).

Determinants of Health: Define, identify and synthesize the determinants of health as related to the development of the infection. Utilize HP2020. Robust identification and description of the determinants of health with explanation of how those factors contribute to the development of this disease. Evidence supports background.

Epidemiological Triad: Identify and describe all elements of the epidemiological triad: Host factors, agent factors (presence or absence), and environmental factors. Utilize the demographic break down to further describe the triad. Uses example/s, resources, to fully describe the triad.

Role of the Nurse Practitioner: Succinctly define the role of the nurse practitioner according to a national nurse practitioner organization ( National Board of Nursing or AANP, for example) and synthesize the role to the management of infectious diseases (surveillance, primary/secondary/tertiary interventions, reporting, data collecting, data analysis, and follow-up). This includes the integration of a model of practice which supports the implementation of an evidence-based practice.  Refer to your course textbook for models of practice examples. ( Curley, A.L. & Vitale, P.A. (2016). Population-Based Nursing: Concepts and Competencies for Advanced Practice (2nd ed.). New York, NY: Springer Publishing).

Preparing the paper

Submission Requirements

Application: Use Microsoft Word™ to create the written assessment.

Length: The paper (excluding the title page and reference page) should be limited to a maximum of four (5) pages. Papers not adhering to the page length may be returned to you for editing to meet the length guidelines .

A minimum of three (3) scholarly research/literature references must be used. CDC or other web sources may be utilized but are not counted towards the three minimum references required. Your course text may be used as an additional resource but is not included in the three minimum scholarly references.

APA format current edition.

Include scholarly in-text references and a reference list.

Do not write in the first person (such as “me” “I”)

Follow submission requirements.

Make sure all elements on the grading rubric are included. Organize the paper using the rubric sections and appropriate headings to match the sections.

Rules of grammar, spelling, word usage, and punctuation are followed and consistent with formal, scientific writing.

Title page, running head, body of paper, and reference page must follow APA guidelines as found in the current edition of the manual. This includes the use of headings for each section of the paper except for the introduction where no heading is used.

Ideas and information that come from scholarly literature must be cited and referenced correctly.

A minimum of three (3) scholarly literature references must be used. **See above section on “Preparing the Paper”.

ANSWER

Title: Transgender Individuals with HIV/AIDS: A Population Health and Epidemiological Analysis

Introduction

This paper aims to analyze the communicable disease of HIV/AIDS among transgender individuals in the state of Maryland. The analysis will cover the causes, symptoms, mode of transmission, complications, and treatment of the disease. Additionally, demographic breakdowns will be provided, considering age, gender, race, and other at-risk indicators. Mortality, morbidity, incidence, and prevalence data will be included to provide a comprehensive understanding of the impact of HIV/AIDS on the transgender population.

Determinants of Health

The determinants of health play a significant role in the development of HIV/AIDS among transgender individuals. By referring to Healthy People 2020 (HP2020), we can identify and synthesize the various determinants of health that contribute to this disease. These determinants include social determinants such as discrimination, stigma, and lack of access to healthcare, as well as individual behaviors such as substance abuse and unprotected sexual activity. The paper will provide a robust description of these determinants and their contribution to the development of HIV/AIDS, supported by relevant evidence.

Epidemiological Triad

The epidemiological triad offers a framework to understand the interplay between host factors, agent factors, and environmental factors in the transmission and development of HIV/AIDS. In the context of transgender individuals in Maryland, the triad analysis will consider specific demographic breakdowns. For example, host factors may include age, race, and gender identity within the transgender population, while agent factors would focus on the specific characteristics of the HIV virus. Environmental factors encompass the social and cultural contexts that influence the risk of HIV transmission among transgender individuals. Examples, resources, and data will be utilized to provide a comprehensive description of the epidemiological triad and its relevance to the population under study.

Role of the Nurse Practitioner

The role of the nurse practitioner, as defined by a national nurse practitioner organization such as the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), will be succinctly described. The paper will then synthesize this role with the management of infectious diseases, specifically focusing on HIV/AIDS in transgender individuals. This synthesis will include surveillance, primary/secondary/tertiary interventions, reporting, data collection, data analysis, and follow-up activities. The integration of an evidence-based practice model, such as the one outlined in the course textbook (Curley & Vitale, 2016), will be discussed to support the implementation of effective strategies in managing HIV/AIDS among transgender individuals.

Conclusion

This paper has analyzed the communicable disease of HIV/AIDS among transgender individuals in Maryland through the lens of population health and epidemiology. By exploring the causes, symptoms, mode of transmission, and treatment, as well as demographic breakdowns, determinants of health, the epidemiological triad, and the role of the nurse practitioner, a comprehensive understanding of this public health issue has been achieved. It is essential for healthcare professionals to address the unique challenges faced by transgender individuals with HIV/AIDS and implement evidence-based practices to improve outcomes and promote health equity.