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Community analysis in community health nursing practice: the GENESIS model
M H Stoner1, J K Magilvy, P R Schultz
1University of Colorado Health Sciences Center School of Nursing, Denver 80262.
The GENESIS strategy provides a holistic community health assessment using existing data and qualitative methods. This approach redefines nursing concepts to center the community as the client.
Area of Science:
- Community Health Nursing
- Qualitative Research Methods
- Sociology
Background:
- Community health nursing requires a client-centered approach.
- Existing assessment methods may not fully capture community complexities.
- Holistic community portraits are essential for effective nursing interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present the GENESIS (General Ethnographic and Nursing Evaluation Studies in the State) strategy for community analysis.
- To illustrate the application and findings of the GENESIS method through case studies.
- To redefine core nursing concepts (caring, health) from a community-as-client perspective.
Main Methods:
- Utilizes secondary analysis of existing data.
- Employs qualitative research methodologies.
- Involves a comprehensive, holistic approach to community assessment.
Main Results:
- The GENESIS strategy yields a comprehensive portrait of communities.
- Demonstrates the adaptability of the method for aggregate-focused and community-targeted studies.
- Provides a framework for aligning nursing practice with the community as the client.
Conclusions:
- The GENESIS strategy offers a robust framework for community health nursing.
- Redefining nursing concepts enhances congruence with community-as-client practice.
- This holistic approach supports evidence-based community health interventions.
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