Ch. 9 Cultural Competence Flashcards
Culture
learned and shared beliefs, values, norms, and traditions of a particular group, which guide our thinking, decisions, and actions
relating to one another through language, lifestyle practices, social relationships, values, religious beliefs, emotions
Culture is a _________ behavior but it __________
learned
is constantly changing in response to environmental, biological, political, and social influences
Unconscious Bias
bias we are unaware of and happens outside of our control, influenced by our personal backgrounds, cultural environment, and personal experiences
Implicit Bias
bias we are aware of
Impacts our behavior, decisions, and patient-centered care
Culturally Congruent Care (transcultural care)
the need to provide care based on an individuals cultural beliefs, practices, and values
Cultural Competence
healthcare must be culturally sensitive to meet the multifaceted healthcare needs of people
How do we develop our wordview?
culture and socialization
Emic worldview
insider prospective
Etic worldview
outsider prosepective
A korean woman request seaweed soup for her first meal after giving birth. The nurse is puzzled. What is the korean woman an example of?
Etic Worldview- of American postpartum care
A korean woman request seaweed soup for her first meal after giving birth. The nurse is puzzled. What is the nurse an example of?
Emic worldview- of American postpartum care
Sterotype
assumed belief regarding a particular group
Health Disparity
a particular type of health difference that is closely linked with social, economic, and environmental disadvantages.
What are types of health disparities?
poor health status, disease risk factors, poor health outcomes, and limited access to health care
What is this an example of: Adults with low food security have an increased risk for cardiovascular disease.
Health Disparity
