Learning Goal: I’m working on a nursing discussion question and need the explanation and answer to help me learn.
Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) have a major impact on peoples health, well-being, and quality of life. Examples of SDOH include:
- Safe housing, transportation, and neighborhoods
- Racism, discrimination, and violence
- Education, job opportunities, and income
- Access to nutritious foods and physical activity opportunities
- Polluted air and water
- Language and literacy skills
For this Discussion, you will explore Social Determinants of Health and five areas that are impacted. For your community where you reside, assess these five areas. You will also explore available instruments to complete a full assessment of an individuals SDOH. ***(STATE IS GEORGIA ANY AREA IN GEORGIA IS FINE) ***
To prepare:
- Who is most affected?
- What major challenges have you found?
- What changes could you propose?
- What risk assessment instruments would be appropriate to use when assessing your community?
- Identify any potential health-related risks based upon the community age groups.
Post a brief summary of the findings of the Social Determinants of Health in your community for each of the five areas described above. When providing your summary, take into consideration the preparation questions above and incorporate those into the summary.
3 to 4 References should be used to support your findings.
