Historical and Theoretical Foundations Flashcards
a specialized field that focuses on providing
culturally competent and congruent healthcare to individuals from
diverse backgrounds
Transcultural nursing
The Birth of Transcultural Nursing
1950s: Early Observations
1960s: Concept Development
1970s: Theory Formulation
1980s: Global Recognition
Madeleine Leininger, while working as a child psychiatric nurse, notices cultural differences in children’s
behavior and care needs.
1950s: Early Observations
Leininger pursues anthropology studies and begins developing the concept of transcultural nursing
1960s: Concept Development
Leininger publishes her Theory of Culture Care Diversity and Universality, laying the groundwork for
transcultural nursing practice.
1970s: Theory Formulation
Transcultural nursing gains international recognition as a distinct field of study and practice within nursing.
1980s: Global Recognition
The
Mother of Transcultural
Nursing
Madeleine Leininger
1980s:
Global Recognition
1970s:
Theory Formulation
1960s:
Concept Development
1950s:
Early Observations
academic background of leininger
degrees in nursing and anthropology
Key Contributions of leininger
Developed the Theory of
Culture Care Diversity and
Universality and the Sunrise
Model for cultural
assessment.
Professional Impact
Founded the Transcultural
Nursing Society and
established the Journal of
Transcultural Nursing.
emphasizes the
importance of understanding
cultural similarities and differences
in healthcare practices
Theory of Culture Care Diversity and Universality
posits that
culturally congruent care is essential
for promoting health and well-being
Theory of Culture Care Diversity and Universality
includes seven cultural
and social structure dimensions
Theory of Culture Care Diversity and Universality
seven cultural
and social structure dimensions of the Theory of Culture Care Diversity and Universality
- technological factors,
- religious and philosophical factors
- kinship and social factors
- cultural values and lifeways
- political and legal factors
- economic factors
- educational factors
Application in Practice
of the Theory of Culture Care Diversity and Universality
Nurses use this theory to:
- assess cultural factors,
- develop culturally appropriate care plans,
- provide holistic care that
respects and incorporates
patients’ cultural beliefs and practices.
Other Influential Transcultural Nursing Theorists
- Joyce Newman Giger
- Larry Purnell
- Josepha Campinha-Bacote
Developed the Giger and Davidhizar Transcultural Assessment Model
Joyce Newman Giger