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Explore the social determinants of health and address at least three that apply to minority seniors. Explain how social determinants relate to health disparities.
Explain the relationship between health and literacy and health outcomes in minority groups.
Explain how a nurse can gain cultural competence
Explore the major health belief systems on page 26 of (Miller, 2019) and address how a nurse would provide culturally appropriate care for each group.
Based on available knowledge of vulnerable populations, consider the following scenario: A migrant farm worker in California has injured himself while on the job as a seasonal employee. He does not seek medical treatment for his injury. Considering the social determinants of health, what are some factors that would influence his decision to seek medical care? Use evidence to support your response. How do current policies perpetuate social determinants of health for seasonal migrant farm workers? What policy recommendations would you make to alleviate social determinants of health for this population?