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A most vulnerable population: Black men.

Linda Bradley¹

¹New York City College of Technology, Brooklyn, New York, USA.

|September 22, 2021

Summary

Black men face significant health disparities due to systemic issues. This study proposes viewing Black men as a vulnerable population, urging nurses to address these health inequities through introspective action and inclusive care strategies.

Keywords:

Black men controversy ethics/moral courage professional issues vulnerable populations

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Area of Science:

Public Health
Health Disparities
Nursing Practice

Background:

Black men experience disproportionately severe health outcomes in the U.S.
Systemic social, political, and healthcare factors intersect to cause these poor health outcomes.
Nurses, as a trusted profession, have a responsibility to care for vulnerable populations.

Purpose of the Study:

To propose an alternative perspective of Black men as a vulnerable population.
To explore potential tensions related to this perspective.
To issue a call to action for nurses regarding the health of Black men.

Main Methods:

Creative controversy approach.
Literature review on health disparities and vulnerable populations.
Introspective analysis of nursing responsibilities.

Main Results:

Identifies systemic factors contributing to Black men's health issues.
Challenges traditional views of vulnerability.
Highlights the critical role of nursing in addressing health inequities.

Conclusions:

Recommends reframing Black men as a vulnerable population within nursing care.
Emphasizes the need for nurses to engage in self-reflection and proactive interventions.
Advocates for culturally competent and equitable healthcare for Black men.