Assignment 1: Windshield Survey

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Windshield Survey

This assignment assesses intended course outcome(s):

1. Apply the nursing process and evidence-based practice to accurately assess family and community health systems across the lifespan.

2. Apply systematic research practices to identify family and community health system needs.

4 Discuss the multi-dimensional role of the community health nurse in risk reduction and health promotion

A Windshield Survey gives an objective overview of a community. Information obtained from this exercise can be used to identify a community’s strengths and weaknesses. These direct observations allow one to better understand the environment in which individuals live and interact. This information can help us better understand the health status of the individuals within the community and the community as a whole. You will drive around a predetermined community and gather information about various aspects of the community (see Windshield Survey Tool). You will need to determine the most appropriate time to gather information. For example, if you travel around the community on a weekday morning and this is a commuter community you may not see anyone outside. You may want to divide your time and make several short trips to obtain a better perspective. Try to document what you see as soon as possible after your trip. Avoid preconceived ideas about the community and record what you observe; strive to remain objective. Be sure to map out your planned route beforehand. You can use a mini recorder to take audio notes or even a camera for pictures. Be sure to select a community you are able to visit in a reasonable amount of time. After completing the windshield survey, you should obtain biostatistics and demographic statistics from the resources provided in the online classroom. You may elect to interview individuals within the community, as well. It should take no more than two hours to conduct the windshield survey, and another two hours to obtain demographic data on the area.

Submit your data in the provided tool, or in a similar table format. You may include photos, interview notes, or other items. Alternatively, you may elect to compose a Powerpoint presentation of your data and photos for submission.

The Windshield Survey will be graded according to the following criteria:

Name of community with description of its appearance, geographic location, and demographic information and biostatistical data
20%

 

Indicators of social and economic conditions

15%

 

Availability of health resources

15%

 

Environmental conditions impacting community health

15%

 

Evidence of social functioning

15%

 

Community attitudes toward health care

10%

 

Grammar, spelling, organization, references, and creativity

10%

 

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Rubric Name: Windshield Survey

 

 

 

Criteria

Level 4

Level 3

Level 2

Level 1

 

Community
20 points

(16-20 points)

 

Description of the community is complete and includes information on general appearance and geographical and demographic data.
15 points

(11-15 points)

 

Description of the community is complete, but information regarding general appearance and geographic or demographic data is incomplete.
10 points

(6-10 points)

 

Description of the community is complete, but both the geographic and demographic data are incomplete.
5 points

(0-5 points)

 

Description of the community and information regarding geographic and demographic data are incomplete.

 

Social and Economic Conditions
15 points

(12-15 points)

 

Information regarding living conditions, evidence of economic stability, types of activities that community members are involved in, and evidence of public health education or school and daycare facilities is included.
11 points

(8-11 points)

 

Minimal (one or two) information missing regarding living conditions, evidence of economic stability, types of activities that community members are involved in, and evidence of public health education or school and daycare facilities.
7 points

(4-7 points)

 

Some (more than two) inofrmation missing regarding living conditions, evidence of economic stability, types of activities that community members are involved in, and evidence of health education or school and daycare facilities.
3 points

(0-3 points)

 

Much information missing regarding living conditions, evidence of economic stability, types of activities that community members are involved in, and evidence of health education or school and daycare facilities.

 

 

Health Resources
20 points

(16-20 points)

 

Information regarding hospitals, outpatient services, clinics for special-needs patients, and health department facilities (including resources available to address problems in the community) is included.
15 points

(11-15 points)

 

Minimal (one or two) items missing regarding information on hospitals, outpatient services, clinics for special-needs patients, and health department facilities (including resources available to address problems in the community).
10 points

(6-10 points)

 

Some (more than two) items missing regarding information on hospitals, outpatient services, clinics for special-needs patients, and health department facilities (including resources available to address problems in the community).
5 points

(0-5 points)

 

Many items missing regarding information on hospitals, outpatient services, clinics for special needs patients, and health department facilities (including resources available to address problems in the community).

 

Environmental Conditions
20 points

(16-20 points)

 

Information regarding evidence of pollutants or unsanitary conditions, integrity of infrastructure and accessibility, recreational facilities, and social activities is included.
15 points

(11-15 points)

 

Minimal (one or two) items missing regarding information on evidence of pollutants or unsanitary conditions, integrity of infrastructure and accessibility, recreational facilities, and social activities.
10 points

(6-10 points)

 

Some (more than two) items missing regarding evidence of pollutants or unsanitary conditions, integrity of infrastructure and accessibility, recreational facilities, and social activities.
5 points

(0-5 points)

 

Many items missing regarding evidence of pollutants or unsanitary conditions, integrity of infrastructure and accessibility, recreational facilities, and social activities.

 

Social Functioning
15 points

(12-15 points)

 

Observations include specific information regarding families and subgroups, sense of neighborliness, places of worship, and identified social problems.
11 points

(8-11 points)

 

Observations include relevant information regarding families and subgroups, sense of neighborliness, places of worship, and identified social problems.
7 points

(4-7 points)

 

Observations provide general information regarding families and subgroups, sense of neighborliness, places of worship, and identified social problems.
3 points

(0-3 points)

 

Observations are loosely related, with incomplete information regarding families and subgroups, sense of neighborliness, and places of worship.No social problems are identified.

 

APA, Spelling, Grammar., organization and references
10 points

(9-10 points)

 

Excellent use of APA in formatting and referencing. Excellent spelling and grammar throughout the paper. Excellent organization, easy to read, References are relevant, current, and from peer-reviewed journals.

8 points

(6-8 points)

 

Minimal (one or two) mistakes in APA formatting. Appropriate referencing. Minimal mistakes in spelling a grammar. Well-written and easy to read. References are relevant, current, most are from peer-reviewed journals.

5 points

(3-5 points)

 

Some APA (more than two typos) and referencing mistakes. Some spelling and grammar errors. Generally well written and easy to read. Minimal organization problems. References are somewhat relevant, but are not from peer-reviewd journals.

2 points

(0-2 points)

 

Many APA, spelling, and grammar mistakes throughout the paper. Difficult to read with very little organization. References are not relevant or current and are not from peer-reviewd journals.