Social Determinants of Health in Nursing Education: Integrating Into Curriculum and Practice
Dawn M. Bowker, Iowa State University
Karla S. Kerkove, Iowa State University
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Publisher: Iowa State University Digital Press
Language: English
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Brief introduction to social determinants of health in the beginning of the textbook and thorough case studies. Each case study incorporates social determinants of health and how they impact the care of the patient. read more
Brief introduction to social determinants of health in the beginning of the textbook and thorough case studies. Each case study incorporates social determinants of health and how they impact the care of the patient.
The textbook presents accurate information with no obvious errors. The information presented is unbiased.
Social determinants of health that are described in this textbook are relevant to current and future care. Necessary updates would be minimal and easy to make in regard to medications etc.
Easy to follow and terminology used is relevant to the profession.
The framework of the textbook follows a clear pattern. The social determinants of health are explained and then case studies follow with applicable scenarios.
The text is easily divided into sections that can be assigned to students. Case studies are separated by patient diagnosis and can be used when appropriate to the course content.
The topics in the case studies are divided but not into clear sections. They are easily located but are not in any sort of order or grouping of diagnosis.
In the section where a word choice is to be selected the text is misaligned but all other images and charts are free of significant issues.
The text is free of grammatical errors.
The text is inclusive of a diverse populations including races, ethnicities, religions, and backgrounds.
The book provides case studies that can be utilized in a variety of nursing courses. It would be a nice additional resource when covering the social determinants of health portions in Foundations courses.
Table of Contents
- Social Determinants of Health
- What is Cultural Aptitude?
- Incorporating into Nursing Curriculum
- Case Studies
- Facilitator Guide
- Photo Credits
- About the Authors
Ancillary Material
Submit ancillary resourceAbout the Book
This workbook was established with nurse educators and nursing students in mind to provide knowledge, guidance, and support for integrating SDOH across the nursing education spectrum. Contents from this workbook are applicable to pre-licensure baccalaureate nursing programs, RN-to-BSN programs, and graduate education. A strategic approach for this workbook was purposefully designed to meet the structure of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) Clinical Judgment Measure Model® with a combined focus on the four spheres of care supported by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN®). Our goal with this workbook is to lead educators and students on a directed path of discovering how SDOH is an integral part of nursing practice and how nurses can implement effective interventions to positively impact the health outcomes of individuals, families, communities, and aggregates.
About the Contributors
Authors
Dr. Dawn M. Bowker is a nurse practitioner, educator, and researcher with over 40 years of nursing experience. Dr. Bowker is the Director of Nursing Education and Clinical Associate Professor of Nursing at Iowa State University. Dr. Bowker obtained a PhD in Nursing Science from New Mexico State University, a master’s degree in Transcultural Nursing and Community from Augsburg University in Minneapolis, and a Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner with clinical experience in private and community sectors. Dr. Bowker serves as a transcultural clinician and consultant on cultural discordance issues in the delivery of healthcare and is passionate about population health, public policy, advocacy, and increasing awareness of the impact social determinants of health have on health outcomes. Dr. Bowker is a visionary leader in nursing education with expertise in curriculum development, innovative educational strategies, and integrating social determinants of health and meaningful population-based clinical experiences in nursing curricula.
Karla S. Kerkove is an experienced educator with a background teaching in associate and baccalaureate degree nursing programs. Karla is a Clinical Assistant Professor at Iowa State University. She received her master’s in nursing education and holds two national certifications as a Certified Nurse Educator and Critical Care Nurse. Karla has over 10 years of nursing experience, including intensive care, clinical education, and academic nursing education. She has served as a change agent, developing multiple educational opportunities and leading initiatives to foster the development of both nurses and student nurses. Karla’s primary interest in nursing education includes innovative educational approaches, including e-learning, flipped classroom, classroom facilitation, coaching, and enhancing technology in the classroom. Additionally, her passion supports the socialization and development of nursing faculty to support an evolving and diverse future of nursing.