ALLEGORY OF THE ORCHARD
To prepare:
- View and read the Learning Resources regarding The Allegory of the Orchard.
- Consider the role of political determinants of health on disparities in health for some groups.
- Consider if advocates should be more concerned with policies that promote equality or equity.
- Explore your role, as a nurse, in addressing these determinants in our policy advocacy efforts.
learning resource: Chapter 1, “The Allegory of the Orchard: The Political Determinants of Health Inequalities” (pp. 1–17)
Post a response detailing the following:
Use The Allegory of the Orchard to discuss how the political determinants of health negatively impact the health outcomes of a group of patients for whom you care. Why are you, as a nurse, the right person to become politically involved in addressing these determinants? (choose a population) include at least 3 references. APA format