Poverty and Homelessness Overview
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What did Seebohm Rowntree define poverty as in 1901?

  • Inability to participate in social activities
  • Total income, food, and clothing necessary for biological existence (correct)
  • A minimum standard of living based on societal needs
  • A lack of personal resources compared to societal average

    • Which type of poverty refers to individuals who meet their basic needs but are below society's welfare level?

  • Absolute poverty
  • Relative poverty (correct)
  • Human poverty
  • Situational poverty

    • What is a key characteristic of absolute poverty?

  • Having a stable income above the poverty line
  • Ability to participate fully in society
  • Meeting all societal standards of living
  • Meeting only the most basic needs (correct)

    • Which statement best defines human poverty?

    <p>Inadequate health and education outcomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor is NOT mentioned as contributing to poverty?

    <p>Type of governance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is poverty considered a complex issue?

    <p>It encompasses multiple dimensions like health and education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does population pressure typically impact poverty in underdeveloped countries?

    <p>Increases the workforce and challenges resource allocation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered a dimension affecting poverty?

    <p>Worldview</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of the 1.2 billion people living at the absolute poverty line are women?

    <p>70%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which country do women earn the lowest percentage compared to men?

    <p>Bangladesh</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main cause of high child morbidity and mortality?

    <p>Poverty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many children live below the poverty line globally?

    <p>600 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What trend has been observed regarding income disparity between the richest and poorest countries from 1960 to 1995?

    <p>Income disparity twice as large</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is least likely to influence child mortality rates?

    <p>Societal income level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many people die daily due to hunger and its effects?

    <p>100,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference in average human life expectancy between Europe and Africa?

    <p>25 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor contributes significantly to poverty in rural areas?

    <p>Political instability and conflicts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does racial discrimination contribute to poverty?

    <p>It restricts access to education, housing, and high wages for minorities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What political change can lead to increased poverty?

    <p>Wrong governmental policies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of people globally live in extreme poverty?

    <p>Approximately 1.2 billion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does poverty relate to health according to the provided information?

    <p>Living in poverty can lead to serious health problems.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one consequence of the low socioeconomic environments poor people live in?

    <p>High crime rates and mental health problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which demographic group experiences poverty more severely?

    <p>Women</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What economic factor can contribute to the increase of poverty?

    <p>High interest rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one common cause of homelessness among individuals?

    <p>No job</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a typical criterion defining homelessness?

    <p>Having a permanent house</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following responsibilities should a nurse prioritize when caring for poor individuals?

    <p>Evaluating their health status in context</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does a nurse play in advocating for poor families?

    <p>Ensuring access to health services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of a nurse's practice concerning homeless individuals?

    <p>Establishing long-term therapeutic relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best reflects the rights of poor individuals in healthcare?

    <p>They have the right to care like everyone else.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can nurses support families coping with poverty?

    <p>By promoting their survival efforts and resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a nurse do to facilitate service delivery for poor families?

    <p>Simplify the process of service delivery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does income distribution affect poverty levels?

    <p>Increasing inequalities worsen living conditions for the poor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which demographic change contributes significantly to poverty levels?

    <p>Proliferation of nuclear families.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between education and poverty?

    <p>Low education levels are correlated with higher risks of poverty.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scenario illustrates the impact of health on poverty?

    <p>Health issues can prevent access to job opportunities and increase poverty.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What trend is observed regarding the household types in developed countries?

    <p>Increase in student households living independently.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do lower-income families often face health challenges?

    <p>They lack sufficient resources for treatment when ill.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does increasing the number of children in a family have on poverty levels?

    <p>It typically reduces overall family income.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a likely consequence of widespread poverty?

    <p>Increased rates of unemployment or low-paid jobs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Poverty and Homelessness

    • Poverty is a multifaceted and complex concept, difficult to define
    • Seebohm Rowntree defined poverty in 1901 as the total income necessary for biological existence, realizing minimum physical needs weren't met
    • The World Bank defined poverty in 1990 as the lowest standard of living
    • Poverty includes factors such as health, education, and social integration
    • Causes of poverty can vary by country/region, dependent on age, religion, race, worldview, education, income level, community, and development
    • Population pressure is a cause, as high growth rates in underdeveloped countries contribute to a workforce increase and unemployment. Low wage jobs are another cause
    • Income distribution and inequality create a vicious cycle of poverty, causing a decline in income and worsening living conditions
    • Household size and structure plays a role; family structure changes, especially in recent years, affect poverty levels
    • Poverty is connected to gender; women experience poverty more severely (70% of those in extreme poverty are women)
    • Health, socioeconomic environments impact health and well being; high crime rates, social incompatibility, mental health, physical health, increase risk of accidents/injuries
    • Migration, political instability, conflict, inequality in land ownership, inadequacy of public services/infrastructure can increase poverty, particularly in rural areas
    • Racial discrimination limits opportunities such as education, housing, and high wages, leading to poverty
    • Wrong political policies, insufficient agricultural support, industry distortion, and pollution can cause poverty
    • Economic fluctuations, crises, international financial capital changes, high interest rates, privatization of markets, and the search for cheap labor can all contribute to poverty

    Types of Poverty

    • Absolute poverty: Individuals/households only meet basic needs to maintain a minimum standard of living
    • Relative poverty: Individuals/households who meet basic needs but fall below the general welfare level of society due to inadequate personal resources and prevented social participation
    • Human poverty: Lack of basic human skills (e.g., literacy, malnutrition, short life expectancy, inadequate maternal/child health, preventable diseases)

    Child Poverty

    • Poverty is a major cause of high child morbidity (illness or disease) and mortality (death)
    • Globally, approximately 2.85 billion children and 600 million living below the poverty line; 1 in 5 children are currently poor;
    • 200 million children under age 5 in developing countries struggle with absolute poverty
    • Child mortality is linked to maternal age, education level, and access needed care and resources

    Homeless

    • Homelessness is defined as the lack of a permanent place of residence.
    • Homelessness is rooted in job loss, lack of income, and loss of housing
    • Other factors include physical and mental health issues, divorce, domestic violence and substance abuse

    Poverty and Nursing

    • Nurses play a critical role in caring for the poor, requiring awareness of personal values and viewpoints of those they serve
    • Poor individuals and families require significant support
    • Nurses must help with determining health status/needs, developing therapeutic relationships, ensuring access to care, facilitating service delivery to benefit the family, advocating for individuals/families and guiding families in using community resources
    • Collaborating with different disciplines and community stakeholders, promoting services for older adults and ensuring nutrition security; important for nurses' efforts

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    Explore the complex definitions and factors surrounding poverty and homelessness in this quiz. Understand the historical perspectives and contemporary issues, including income inequality, household structures, and gender roles. Dive into the various causes of poverty across different regions and demographics.

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