Community & Population Groups at Risk - Concept Map
Population Groups at Risk in Community Health Nursing
Related concepts
Definition and Framework
Sub concepts
- Population at Risk Definition
- Hazard Exposure
- Heightened Vulnerability
- DOH Lifecycle Approach
- Target Client List (TCL) System
Relationship to central
Foundational understanding of at-risk populations
Maternal and Child Health (MCH)
Sub concepts
- Maternal, Newborn, Child Health and Nutrition (MNCHN) Strategy
- Safe Motherhood Program
- Antenatal Care
- Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care
- Essential Intrapartum and Newborn Care (EINC/Unang Yakap)
- Newborn Screening
- Child Health and IMCI
- Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI)
Relationship to central
Priority lifecycle group requiring specialized programs
Antenatal Care Components
Sub concepts
- Four Standard Visits (DOH minimum)
- Eight Contact Model (WHO 2016)
- Iron and Folic Acid Supplementation (60 mg + 400 µg daily)
- Tetanus Toxoid Immunization (TT1-TT5)
- Blood Pressure and Weight Monitoring
- Fundal Height and Fetal Heart Tone Assessment
- Birth Planning and 3 Delays Prevention
- Danger Signs Recognition
Relationship to central
Critical preventive intervention in MCH continuum
Adolescent Health
Sub concepts
- Age Definition (10-19 years)
- Risk Behaviors
- Mental Health Vulnerability
- Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention (EO 141, 2021)
- Adolescent Health and Development Program (AHDP)
- Adolescent-Friendly Health Facilities
- Reproductive Health Education
- RA 10354 (RPRH Act, 2012)
Relationship to central
Distinct at-risk group with unique vulnerabilities
Aging Population Health
Sub concepts
- Age Definition (60 years and above)
- Chronic Non-Communicable Diseases
- Geriatric Syndromes
- RA 9994 (Expanded Senior Citizens Act, 2010)
- Discounts and VAT Exemptions
- PhilHealth Coverage
- Office for Senior Citizens Affairs (OSCA)
- Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment
- Fall Prevention and Home Safety
Relationship to central
Rapidly growing at-risk group with chronic disease burden
Other Vulnerable Groups
Sub concepts
- Persons with Disability (PWDs)
- RA 7277 (Magna Carta for PWD)
- Indigenous Peoples (IPs)
- RA 8371 (Indigenous Peoples' Rights Act)
- Urban and Rural Poor
- Displaced Persons
- PhilHealth Indirect Contributors
Relationship to central
Additional priority populations requiring targeted interventions
Gender-Based and Family Violence
Sub concepts
- Violence Against Women and Children
- RA 9710 (Magna Carta of Women, 2009)
- RA 9262 (Anti-VAWC Act, 2004)
- RA 7610 (Child Protection Act)
- RA 8353 (Anti-Rape Law, 1997)
- RA 9208/RA 10364 (Anti-Trafficking)
- Barangay Protection Orders (BPO)
- Women and Children Protection Unit (WCPU)
- VAW Desk in Every Barangay
Relationship to central
Critical public health and human rights issue across populations
Nursing Assessment in Violence
Sub concepts
- Private and Confidential Screening
- Non-Judgmental Interview Approach
- Safety Assessment
- Safety Planning
- Objective Documentation
- Body Mapping
- Injury Recording
Relationship to central
Essential clinical nursing process for abuse survivors
Nursing Response to Violence
Sub concepts
- Immediate Safety Measures
- Mandatory Reporting (Child Abuse)
- Referral Network Coordination
- DSWD Coordination
- PNP WCPU Referral
- Medical and Legal Services
- Psychosocial Support
- Shelter Services Linkage
- Emotional Support Without Blame
Relationship to central
Critical intervention pathway for abuse survivors
Nurse's Cross-Cutting Roles
Sub concepts
- Care Provider
- Health Educator
- Advocate
- Case-Finder (TCL)
- Coordinator/Referrer
- Recorder/Reporter (FHSIS)
- Intersectoral Coordination
- Community Resource Linkage
Relationship to central
Comprehensive professional functions across all at-risk groups
Concept connections
- Population at Risk DefinitionDOH Lifecycle ApproachDOH operationalizes at-risk concept through lifecycle framework
- Target Client List (TCL) SystemCare Provider RoleNurse uses TCL to identify and locate all at-risk clients systematically
- MNCHN StrategySafe Motherhood ProgramMNCHN strategy encompasses safe motherhood as core component
- Antenatal Care StandardsIron Folic Acid SupplementationIron-folic acid is mandatory component of every antenatal visit
- Tetanus Toxoid ImmunizationAntenatal Care StandardsTT doses given during antenatal care to prevent maternal and neonatal tetanus
- Danger Signs RecognitionReferral to CEmONCIdentification of danger signs triggers immediate referral pathway
- EINC Unang Yakap ProtocolEarly Breastfeeding InitiationEINC protocol includes non-separation and early breastfeeding within 90 minutes
- Delayed Cord ClampingPrevent Neonatal HypoglycemiaDelayed clamping allows placental blood transfer improving neonatal glucose
- IMCI ProtocolLeading Causes of Childhood DeathIMCI targets the five leading killers: pneumonia, diarrhea, measles, malaria, malnutrition
- Color-Coded Triage SystemIMCI Management RoutingPink-Yellow-Green codes determine appropriate level of care
- Adolescent Health AHDPRA 10354 RPRH ActRPRH Act provides legal framework for adolescent reproductive health services
- EO 141 2021Adolescent Pregnancy PreventionExecutive Order made teen pregnancy prevention a national priority
- RA 9994 Senior Citizens BenefitsNursing Assessment Older PersonsNurses help seniors access benefits and conduct comprehensive geriatric assessment
- OSCA Office for Senior Citizens AffairsRA 9994 ImplementationOSCA administers senior citizen ID and coordinates benefits delivery
- RA 7277 Magna Carta for PWDPersons with Disability ServicesRA 7277 provides legal protections and entitlements for PWDs
- RA 8371 IPRAIndigenous Peoples Health ServicesIPRA mandates culturally-appropriate health services for Indigenous peoples
- RA 9710 Magna Carta of WomenRA 9262 Anti-VAWC ActBoth laws protect women's rights; RA 9262 provides specific mechanisms for violence protection
- RA 9262 Anti-VAWC ActBarangay Protection OrdersRA 9262 establishes BPO mechanism at barangay level for immediate protection
- RA 7610 Child Protection ActMandatory Reporting RequirementRA 7610 makes child abuse a mandatorily reportable crime
- Private Confidential ScreeningInterview Alone Away from AbuserPrivate setting is prerequisite for safe disclosure of abuse
- Safety AssessmentSafety PlanningSafety assessment findings inform individualized safety plan development
- Objective DocumentationBody Mapping Injury RecordingBody map and detailed injury documentation support legal proceedings
- Women and Children Protection UnitDSWD CoordinationWCPU coordinates with DSWD and other agencies for survivor support
- Mandatory Reporting Child AbuseWCPU DSWD PNP ReferralChild abuse must be reported to WCPU/DSWD/PNP per RA 7610
- Emotional Support Without BlameSurvivor Recovery OutcomesNon-blaming support environment improves survivor's healing and help-seeking
- Health Educator RoleSchool Health Nursing AdolescentsNurses educate adolescents in schools on reproductive health and violence prevention
- Advocate RoleIntersectoral CoordinationAdvocacy links clients to government and NGO services across sectors
- Case-Finder RoleTarget Client List SystemNurses use TCL to systematically find all eligible at-risk clients in community
- Recorder Reporter RoleFHSIS Reporting SystemNurses record client data in FHSIS for national health surveillance
- BEmONC Basic Emergency Obstetric CareHealth Center RHU LevelBEmONC units function at primary health center level
- CEmONC Comprehensive Emergency Obstetric CareHospital Level ServicesCEmONC facilities at hospital level provide caesarean section and blood transfusion
- BEmONC CEmONC Referral NetworkMaternal Emergency ResponseIntegrated referral network ensures obstetric emergencies reach appropriate care
- EPI Expanded Program ImmunizationChild Health IMCIEPI prevents vaccine-preventable childhood illness targeted by IMCI
- Newborn Screening RA 9288Early Detection Congenital DisordersRA 9288 mandates metabolic screening to detect treatable congenital disorders early
- Newborn Hearing ScreeningEarly Intervention DevelopmentEarly hearing detection allows early intervention for deaf infants
- Weekly Iron-Folic Acid Adolescent GirlsAdolescent Anemia PreventionWeekly supplementation prevents iron-deficiency anemia in adolescent females
- Adolescent-Friendly Health FacilitiesConfidential Adolescent ServicesAHDP facilities provide private non-judgmental confidential care for adolescents
- Three Delays PreventionDanger Signs Birth PlanningAntenatal education addresses decision delay, reach delay, and care delay
- Comprehensive Geriatric AssessmentNursing Role Older PersonsCGA guides nursing assessment of function, cognition, mood, medication, falls, nutrition
- Fall Prevention Home SafetyNursing Intervention Older PersonsNurses teach home safety and fall prevention strategies to prevent geriatric injuries
- Urban Rural PoorPhilHealth Indirect ContributorsPoor populations are largely indirect contributors under PhilHealth UHC
- RA 8353 Anti-Rape Law 1997Crime Against Persons ClassificationRA 8353 reclassified rape as crime against persons and recognized marital rape
- RA 9208 RA 10364 Anti-TraffickingWomen Children Trafficking PreventionAnti-trafficking laws specifically address trafficking affecting women and children
- NANDA Nursing DiagnosesNursing Care for At-Risk GroupsNANDA provides standardized language for common nursing diagnoses across populations
- Maslow Prioritization FrameworkNursing Intervention SequencingMaslow's hierarchy guides priority ordering of nursing interventions
- RA 9173 Nursing Practice ActNurse's Professional Role DefinitionRA 9173 defines scope of nursing practice in Philippines including community health
Diagrams
Complete Concept Map: Community & Population Groups at Risk
Comprehensive hierarchical mind map showing all major concepts related to population groups at risk, organized by category (MCH, adolescent, aging, vulnerable groups, violence) with nursing frameworks and key legal protections.
Antenatal Care Continuum and Danger Signs Pathway
Sequential flow of antenatal care visits, monitoring, supplementation, and decision points for danger signs recognition and referral to emergency obstetric care facilities.
EINC Unang Yakap Protocol: First Minutes of Life
Time-bound sequence of Essential Intrapartum and Newborn Care steps emphasizing immediate drying, skin-to-skin contact, delayed cord clamping, and early breastfeeding to prevent major neonatal complications.
Integrated Management of Childhood Illness (IMCI) Triage and Management
Colour-coded triage system for childhood illness classification and management routing, from urgent hospital referral (pink) to health facility treatment (yellow) to home-based care (green).
Nursing Assessment and Response to Suspected Intimate Partner Violence
Comprehensive nursing assessment and intervention pathway for intimate partner violence, emphasizing private screening, safety planning, objective documentation, mandatory reporting for child abuse, and referral to protective services.
RA 9262 Anti-VAWC Protection Orders and Enforcement
Legal pathway under RA 9262 for obtaining and enforcing Barangay, Temporary, and Permanent Protection Orders against intimate partner violence, including types of abuse covered and enforcement mechanisms.
DOH Lifecycle Approach: Priority Population Groups by Age
DOH lifecycle framework showing age-based and vulnerable-group priority populations with associated programs and legal protections across the continuum from maternal to aging populations.
Leading Causes of Childhood Illness Addressed by IMCI
Pie chart showing the proportional burden of the five leading killers of children under five years that IMCI protocol specifically targets through integrated assessment and management.
Progression from Antenatal to Neonatal Care Continuum
State progression diagram showing the continuum of care from pregnancy identification through antenatal care visits to labour and delivery, culminating in EINC/Unang Yakap and early newborn care.
RA 9994 Expanded Senior Citizens Act: Entitlements and Access
Comprehensive overview of RA 9994 Expanded Senior Citizens Act entitlements including healthcare benefits, economic privileges, OSCA services, and nursing assessment and management roles.