A quality improvement approach to integrating social determinants of health objectives into pediatric simulation.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Health disparities and the unequal distribution of social resources impact health outcomes. By considering social determinants of health (SDH), clinicians can provide holistic and equitable care. However, barriers such as lack of time or understanding of the relevance of SDH to patient care prevent providers from addressing SDH. Simulation curricula may improve learners' ability to address SDH in practice.

Objectives

The primary objective was to increase the percentage of pediatric emergency simulations that included SDH objectives from 5% to 50% in 12 months at one institution. As a balancing metric, we examined whether trainees approved the incorporation of SDH objectives.

Methods

Using the Model for Improvement approach, we conducted interviews of reside

SUBMITTER: Feick M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10543355 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature