How to evaluate a program focused on using poverty simulations to drive students to address social impediments in health care?

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To evaluate a program focused on using poverty simulations to drive students to address social impediments in health care, consider the following:

Assess students' knowledge and understanding of social determinants of health before and after the simulation.

Evaluate students' empathy and awareness of social justice issues related to poverty and healthcare access.

Measure students' intent to serve in underserved communities and address health disparities.

Analyze students' clinical decision-making skills and ability to provide effective and compassionate care to patients from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.

Gather feedback from students on the impact of the simulation experience and its relevance to their future practice as healthcare professionals.