

Study with the several resources on Docsity
Earn points by helping other students or get them with a premium plan
Prepare for your exams
Study with the several resources on Docsity
Earn points to download
Earn points by helping other students or get them with a premium plan
Community
Ask the community for help and clear up your study doubts
Discover the best universities in your country according to Docsity users
Free resources
Download our free guides on studying techniques, anxiety management strategies, and thesis advice from Docsity tutors
The surroundings in which people live, learn, work, and play have an impact on a variety of health outcomes. These environments are known as social determinants of health, or SDOH. In all areas of nursing practice, it is critical for nurses to understand these elements and how they affect the health of both people and groups. This case study offers a chance to consider the SDOH seriously and apply those ideas to a case study.
Typology: Assignments
1 / 3
This page cannot be seen from the preview
Don't miss anything!
Assessment of Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) Case Study Assessment of Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) Case Study Case Study E. Z. is a 41-year-old woman who presents to her local, low-income Community Health Clinic after suffering a severe headache for 24 hours, along with intermittent nosebleeds. The client has taken over-the-counter pain relievers without relief. She states that she is not currently on any medications and has not seen a medical provider in 5 years. When asked about recent stress factors, Mrs. Z. reports that she is worried about her 16-year-old son who is struggling with his homework assignments because they don’t have internet service and it is difficult to get to the library. A Nurse Practitioner completes a physical assessment, diagnoses Mrs. Z. with new onset of hypertension, and prescribes an anti-hypertensive medication. The nurse reviews the client’s social history to prepare for patient teaching. The history reveals that Mrs. Z. is divorced, and a single mother of one son. She speaks English, and appears to understand simple questions, but her primary language is Russian. Mrs. Z. is worried that her headaches will prevent her from working. She says she has only been able to find part-time work and if she misses even one day she can’t keep up with her bills. When the nurse hands the client her the prescription, Mrs. Z looks concerned and asks how much the medication will cost. The nurse explains that there may be services to help pay for the medicine and other needs and asks Mrs. Z to complete the clinic’s Social Needs Screening Tool. The client is willing to answer the questions, but indicates she is not sure she will understand them. A Russian language health interpreter is contacted through an online service to help the client complete the form. Refer to the Social Needs Screening Tool to view the client’s responses on the tool as you answer the Case Study questions below. Case Study Questions
Assessment of Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) Case Study