This course will help nurses understand key concepts of population health, social determinants of health, and health literacy, and recognize their role in addressing these concepts within the home health setting.

After completion of this course, you will be able to: 

• Discuss key concepts related to population health, social determinants of health, and health literacy.
• Identify the role population health serves for individuals and communities. 
• Describe how social determinants of health impact the well-being of older adults.
• Recognize the role of the nurse in addressing social determinants of health in the home health setting.
• Define health literacy and its impact on older adults.
• Discuss strategies for improving communication in patients with limited health literacy.