NSG5110

Assignment Overview:

This week, you will explore how social determinants of health (SDOH) affect individuals’ ability to access and benefit from healthcare services. You will analyze the life circumstances of a fictional or de-identified real person from an underserved population and apply your understanding of SDOH, population health, and the nurses role in promoting equity.

This case-based assignment gives you the opportunity to develop critical thinking and advocacy skills through a population health lens.

Instructions:

Step 1: Select or Create a Patient Persona

Choose one of the following underserved patient populations (or a similar population approved by your instructor):

• A member of a marginalized racial, ethnic, or LGBTQ+ community

Create a brief narrative of their daily life, focusing on challenges related to housing, food access, employment, safety, healthcare, and social support.

Step 2: Analyze the Impact of SDOH

In a 23 page paper (not including title and reference pages), address the following:

1. Describe the patient persona and their background (no real names or PHI).
2. Identify and explain at least three social determinants of health that impact their well-being.
3. Discuss how these determinants affect their access to care and health outcomes.
4. Propose at least two nursing interventions or community resources that could help improve their situation.
5. Include a reflection on how this case study informs your future role as a masters-prepared nurse in promoting population health and equity.

Step 3: Format and Submit

• APA 7 formatting (title page, in-text citations, reference page, double-spacing)
• Minimum of two scholarly sources, including at least one from course materials
• Submit as a Word document or PDF in Canvas

Rubric

Week 6 Rubric A Day in the Life Social Determinants Case Study

Week 6 Rubric A Day in the Life Social Determinants Case Study

CriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Persona Description

30 to >28.0 pts

Excellent

Rich, realistic background with detailed context about living conditions, health barriers, and environment.

28 to >22.0 pts

Good

Basic context provided; generally realistic but may lack depth or specificity.

22 to >0 pts

Needs Improvement

Vague, unrealistic, or lacking critical contextual information.

30 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Identification of SDOH

30 to >28.0 pts

Excellent

Identifies and explains 3+ social determinants; clearly articulates how they interact to affect the case.

28 to >22.0 pts

Good

23 SDOH identified; explanation may be adequate but not fully developed.

22 to >0 pts

Needs Improvement

Fewer than 2 SDOH addressed; vague or missing connections.

30 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Impact on Health & Access

25 to >23.0 pts

Excellent

Clearly explains how SDOH influence access to care, health outcomes, and long-term wellness.

23 to >18.0 pts

Good

Some discussion of impact; lacks depth or specificity.

18 to >0 pts

Needs Improvement

Discussion is limited, unclear, or missing altogether.

25 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Interventions/Resources

20 to >18.0 pts

Excellent

Proposes 2+ realistic, culturally appropriate, and evidence-informed interventions/resources.

18 to >14.0 pts

Good

At least one intervention mentioned, but may lack clarity, evidence, or feasibility.

14 to >0 pts

Needs Improvement

Strategies are vague, impractical, or missing.

20 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Scholarly References

10 to >9.0 pts

Excellent

Uses 2 or more scholarly/professional sources that support the analysis and are clearly cited.

9 to >6.0 pts

Good

Includes 1 scholarly source; may be underutilized or loosely related.

6 to >0 pts

Needs Improvement

No scholarly or professional source included.

10 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Writing Quality & APA Style

10 to >9.0 pts

Excellent

Writing is clear, well-organized, and free from errors; APA 7 formatting is correct.

9 to >6.0 pts

Good

Minor errors in grammar, structure, or APA formatting.

6 to >0 pts

Needs Improvement

Frequent grammar or APA errors interfere with clarity.

10 pts

Total Points: 125