In not more than 4 pages excluding title and references, choose one from the list of topics below and provide a critical discussion of the relevant intersecting factors and the role of the maternal and child nurse (MCN) in addressing the issue. Integrate relevant literature and theoretical concepts in your discussion to demonstrate understanding of evidence-informed knowledge in maternal and or child health. Select an issue that interests you and discuss the factors contributing/impacting on the issue for a specific population group. implication on maternal or child health outcomes. role of the Maternal and Child Nurse provide relevant policy and practice recommendation. Strong focus on health equity and social or reproductive justice is expected. (See the below guidance approach for your scholarly paper):
■ Define the problem/description e.g why is the issue important, who is affected by the issue, how relevant is the issue to maternal and/or child health nursing
■ Identify and critically discuss the intersecting historical, systemic, and structural factors contributing to the issue drawing on relevant literature.
■ Discuss the relevant health and social impacts of the related issue
■ Apply and integrate relevant theories and concepts discussed in week one and other relevant concepts deemed appropriate to the issue
■ Identify and discuss the role of the maternal and child health nurse in addressing the issues
■ Discuss the potential policy and practice implications