Cultural Considerations Flashcards
definition of cultural competence
recognizing one’s own culture, values and biases, and using patient-centered communication skills
- adapting to the NEEDS OF PATIENT
- change in HERITAGE, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, SE situation etc…
definition of CULTURE
the ways of living for a group of human
beings which is transmitted from one generation to another
- showcases ideas, relations, speaking, beliefs, morals, education
definition of ETHNICITY
a group of people, racially,
linguistically, or historically related who have a
a common and distinctive culture
- includes; race, language, values, religion etc…
definition of CULTURAL HUMILITY
Recognition of one’s limitations in knowledge
and cultural perspectives; being open to new
perspectives
- self reflecting
- viewing patients as they are
definition of STEREOTYPING
: All members of a particular
culture expecting group members to hold
the same beliefs and behave in the same
way.
definition of ETHOCENTRISM
Perception that one’s
worldview is the only acceptable truth and
that one’s beliefs, values, and sanctioned
behaviors are superior to all others
what is the impact of culture on Illness?
- both disease & illness shape each other!
- have to consider various aspects; the BIOLOGICAL, EMOTIONAL & CULTURAL
do people have different health beliefs & practices?
yes; can use FAITH, NATURALISTIC, HERBS, RITUALS etc… for their treatment
what are some modifications to consider during care?
- how to COMMUNICATE
- TIME
- amount of SPACE
- comfort in EYE CONTACT/FACE POSITIONING
- body language
- amount of silence
- necessity or approval of touch
what cultures can have different/significant diet & nutritional practices?
- ORTHODOX JEW
- MUSLIM
- CHINESE
