Sociology
Social Determinants of Health (SDOH)
Factors in the environment where people are born, live, learn, work, and age that affect health, functioning, and quality-of-life outcomes.
Core Domains
- Economic stability (employment, income, debt)
- Education access and quality
- Healthcare access and quality
- Neighborhood and built environment
- Social and community context
Nursing Implications
- Conduct thorough psychosocial assessments during intake
- Screen for food insecurity and transportation barriers
- Integrate SDOH into discharge planning to prevent readmission
- Connect patients with social work and community resources
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