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Which of the following best describes social determinants of health (SDOH)?
Which of the following best describes social determinants of health (SDOH)?
- Non-medical factors that shape a person's health (correct)
- Genetic predispositions to diseases
- Medical treatments and procedures
- Individual lifestyle choices only
Culture is static and does not change over time.
Culture is static and does not change over time.
False (B)
What is the primary goal of cultural data collection?
What is the primary goal of cultural data collection?
to assess health beliefs and values
_____ refers to a social group that may possess shared traits such as common geographic origin, migratory status, religion, language, values, traditions, or symbols, and food preferences.
_____ refers to a social group that may possess shared traits such as common geographic origin, migratory status, religion, language, values, traditions, or symbols, and food preferences.
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Flashcards
Social Determinants of Health (SDOH)
Social Determinants of Health (SDOH)
Conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work and age that impact health and well-being.
Cultural Data Collection
Cultural Data Collection
Collecting information about a person's cultural background to ensure effective care.
Culture
Culture
Learned, shared, adaptable, and ever-changing aspects that define a group's beliefs and behaviors.
Cultural Competence
Cultural Competence
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Spirituality
Spirituality
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Study Notes
Social Determinants of Health (SDOH)
- SDOH are non-medical factors influencing health.
- These factors encompass conditions related to where people are born, live, work, and age.
- SDOH impact overall health and well-being.
Cultural Data Collection
- Cultural data collection involves assessing individuals, families, and communities.
- It focuses on health beliefs and values.
- Effective care involves understanding and working with patients' beliefs and values.
- Treating patients with respect, consideration, and sensitivity is crucial.
Culture
- Culture is a complex system encompassing attitudes, beliefs, self-definitions, norms, roles, and values.
- Culture functions as a communication network.
- Key characteristics of culture:
- Learned through language acquisition and socialization from birth.
- Shared by all members of the same cultural group.
- Adapted to environmental and resource conditions.
- Dynamic and continuously changing.
Cultural Competence
- Cultural competency requires questions about patients' unique cultures.
- Identifying cultural factors influencing health beliefs is essential.
Cultural Terms and Definitions
- Race: Self-identified group with shared physical characteristics (social construct).
- Ethnicity: Social group sharing traits like geographic origin, migration, religion, language, values, traditions, symbols, and food preferences.
- Spirituality: Connection to something larger than oneself, belief in transcendence.
- Religion: Organized system of beliefs about the universe, often including religious practices and services.
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Description
This quiz explores the social determinants of health (SDOH) and the importance of cultural data collection in healthcare. Understanding the non-medical factors that influence health, as well as individuals' beliefs and values, is crucial for providing effective and respectful care. Test your knowledge on how culture shapes health-related behaviors and attitudes.
