module 1 Flashcards
Anti racism
-advocate and initiate CHANGE where racism is perpetuated.
-taking ACTION to increase inclusion, equality, and justice.
Colonialism
-when people from a foreign country STEAL LAND and resources from indigenous peoples.
-develops laws that VIOLATE indigenous peoples and takes away their rights.
Cultural humility
-life long process of SELF reflection & critique.
-becomes AWARE of the provider’s ASSUMPTIONS, BELIEFS, and PRIVILEGES within their practice.
-Focuses on the nurse’s ongoing learning and openness to understanding the patient’s cultural perspective.
Why is cultural humility beneficial for indigenous voices?
- promotes relationships based on respect, open dialogue, and mutual decision making
cultural safety
-ENVIRONMENT is physically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually safe for the PATIENT.
-Addresses systemic inequities and ensures care aligns with the patient’s cultural needs and identity.
“The nurse notices the patient has not eaten or taken medications during the day and asks about their practices during Ramadan.
Instead of making assumptions, the nurse says, “I’d like to understand more about how I can support you during this time. Can you share what’s important for you during Ramadan?” “
Is an example of?
CULTURAL HUMILITY
-The nurse demonstrates humility by actively seeking to learn from the patient’s cultural practices and avoids assuming what is best for them. The focus is on self-reflection and building a trusting, respectful relationship.
“The patient expresses discomfort with the hospital environment, sharing that past experiences of healthcare included discrimination and lack of understanding about their cultural practices.”
Is an example of?
CULTURAL SAFETY
- The nurse addresses power imbalances and ensures the care environment respects and supports the patient’s cultural identity and preferences. The focus is on how the patient perceives the safety and cultural appropriateness of the care they receive.
What happens when an environment is culturally unsafe?
-it TAKES AWAY, demeans, or disempowers CULTURAL IDENTITY of a person
Indigenous specific racism
-stereotyping, bias, and prejudice about indigenous people in canada
Racism
-believing one group is superior over another