Social Determinants of Health

Understand Key Concepts: Identify and understand the key social determinants of health as defined by the CDC.
Link Determinants to Health Outcomes: Demonstrate the ability to link each social determinant of health to its impact on community and individual health outcomes.
Apply Knowledge to Nursing: Apply knowledge of social determinants to envision nursing interventions that can address these factors and improve health outcomes.
Promote Critical Thinking: Encourage critical thinking about how social, economic, and environmental factors contribute to the health status of populations.
Enhance Communication Skills: Improve communication skills through group discussions and explanations of how specific determinants influence health.
Cultural Competence: Develop a deeper understanding of how social determinants affect diverse populations differently, enhancing cultural competence in nursing practice.