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Impact of Structural Racism on Kidney Health: A Scoping Review.
Tanya Scott1,2,3, Debra J Hain4,5, Lillian Pryor6,7,8
1Director Patient Services - Adult Dialysis, Apheresis, Renal Telemetry, Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, Houston, TX.
Summary
Structural racism significantly impacts Black Americans' health, including kidney health. More research is needed to find strategies for nephrology nurses to address these disparities.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Health Disparities
- Nephrology Nursing
Background:
- Structural racism is a primary driver of health disparities in the U.S.
- The COVID-19 pandemic underscored the negative health effects of structural racism on Black Americans.
- Existing evidence on structural racism's health impacts lacks focus on kidney health.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze existing literature on strategies nephrology nurses can use to combat structural racism.
- To identify methods for improving kidney health outcomes for Black Americans.
- To highlight gaps in current research.
Main Methods:
- A scoping review was conducted.
- The review analyzed available evidence on structural racism and kidney health in Black Americans.
- Twelve studies were included in the review.
Main Results:
- Significant gaps exist in the literature regarding effective strategies.
- There is a lack of research specifically addressing kidney health in Black Americans within the context of structural racism.
- Current evidence is insufficient to guide nephrology nurses.
Conclusions:
- Future research is essential to understand the specific effects of structural racism on kidney health.
- Developing targeted strategies is crucial for nephrology nurses to address these disparities.
- Further investigation is needed to improve kidney health outcomes for Black Americans.
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