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1. Conditions and Trends in the Community That Could Affect the Health .
Conditions and Trends in the Community That Could Affect the Health . Nurses must be able
to knowledgeably plan services for individuals, families and the community. In order to
effectively plan, it is essential that you are aware of the resources specific to the community
a client resides in to allow for identification of health-related resources and to understand
gaps in services. A windshield survey is conducted from a car and provides a visual
overview of a community. Conditions and trends in the community that could affect the
health of the population should be noted. This data provides background and context for
working with individuals and families in their community. Information gathered from this
survey should be added to this template. Make sure to include data (i.e. statistical,
informational, geographic), along with a reference page.Conditions and Trends in the
Community That Could Affect the Health . ORDER NOW. Community
Nursing, Houston Texas Boundaries Houston has both government and manmade borders.
Government boundaries include government demarcated streets such as Byrne street,
Panama street, Moore street etc. Neighborhoods include Irvington village, Woodland park,
Wesley community center etc. Housing and Zoning The housing varies as per
neighborhoods. The most common houses are apartment buildings and multifamily
apartments. The apartments seem old some appearing close to 80 years or older. However,
sporadic new apartments and homes were noticeable. Most houses are in good condition.
Signs of decay The area seems well maintained. No visible garbage around or abandoned
wagons Parks and Recreational Areas There are limited recreation centers. However, there
is a Woodland park that is safe for both children and adults and community centers such as
Wesley community center that serves all population members Common areas There are
social agencies such as Little Caesars Pizza and community parks that are open to everyone
Stores Majority of the residents shop locally. There are numerous food shops, clothing
shops restaurants, medical supply stores and artisan shops Transportation Majority of the
community members drive, walk or use public transportation to get around or move for
other activities. The roads and streets are passable and able to facilitate transport It was
notable that at times narrow streets are congested Communication The community
members have access to good communication. Conditions and Trends in the Community
That Could Affect the Health .There are both national and local newspapers around. Posters
and billboards in the streets were also visible. Service centers There are numerous
community-operated health facilities and social agencies. There are offices for physicians,
specialists and dentists, and especially on the first floor of multi-family apartments. There

2. are numerous schools within the area People in the Community Most people in the streets
are females, children, and students. People seemed well dressed for the time and locations
wherever they appeared. From their dressing and appearance, majority of people are
working middle class and lower class as well. Industries Major industries located within the
are includes government, technology industry, petrochemical production, oil and gas
production, and refining of petroleum. Majority of people work in these industries
Protective Services Public protective services are evident with several EMS services. There
is a Houston police department located at 1200 Travis, Downtown Houston. There is also
Houston Fire Department in the area. Ethnicity The ethnicity of Houston appears very
diverse. It was evident that majority of residents are Latinos or Hispanics. Whites and black
Americans are also dominant in the area. There are various structures that represent
various ethnicities such as the African-American library located within the Fourth Ward in
Houston and the Supermercado de Walmart store that used to accommodate Hispanic client
before it was closed. Religion The main religion in the area is Christianity as indicated by
numerous churches in the area. There are also various mosques in the area indicating that
Islam is a common religion in Houston Health and Morbidity There is evidence of motor
vehicle accidents, drug and alcohol abuse especially among the young people. Chronic
diseases were evident especially among the older adults Politics There were visible few
political alienated posters on store windows and on houses. However, party associations
were not readily ostensible. Conditions and Trends in the Community That Could Affect
the Health .