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Leveraging Narrative Reflective Writing to Teach Nursing Students About Social Determinants of Health by Harnessing "Small Moments".

Lalita Kaligotla, Shankar Bhat, Roxana Chicas, Jasmine Irish, Carrie McDermott, Rebekah Chance-Revels

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Lalita KaligotlaAuthor Affiliations: Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing (Drs Kaligotla and Chicas, Ms Irish, and Dr Chance-Revels), Rollins School of Public Health (Mr Bhat), Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia; and Emory Healthcare (Dr McDermott), Atlanta, Georgia.
Shankar Bhat
Roxana Chicas
Jasmine Irish
Carrie McDermott
Rebekah Chance-Revels

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundThere is increasing recognition that social determinants of health (SDOH) profoundly affect health outcomes. Frontline nurses must grasp how SDOH shape health disparities and inequities. PURPOSE: This paper describes an innovative pedagogical approach that leverages didactic, experiential, and reflective methods, specifically a "small moments" writing activity, to enhance students' understanding of SDOH.

methodsNursing students (n = 135) from a southeastern U.S. university participated in the activity, and 72 provided consent for inclusion in this analysis. Themes related to students' understanding of SDOH were identified, and implications for nursing practice were considered.

resultsThis integrative approach deepened students' understanding of SDOH. Narratives highlighted economic instability, cultural barriers, and systemic inequities as drivers of health disparities. Students described greater awareness, empathy, and culturally competent care.

conclusionStudent narratives showed evidence of critical thinking, empathy, and advocacy, crucial skills for addressing health disparities.

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NarrationSocial Determinants of HealthStudents, NursingWritingAdultEducation, Nursing, BaccalaureateEmpathyFemaleHumansMaleNursing Education ResearchNursing Evaluation ResearchSoutheastern United StatesYoung Adult

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PMID39591380
PMCPMC11850011

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