Session 7 - Cultural Diversity

Question 1

Define cultural identity

Answer 1

• Culture is defined by each person in relationship to the group or groups with whom they identify
• Based on heritage as well as individual circumstances and personal choice

Question 2

Give an example of how culture can impact patients’ presentation to health services

Answer 2

• Some patients can believe neurological illnesses are cases of demonic possession - Jehovah’s witnesses

Question 3

Why does delivery of healthcare need to take diversity into account?

Answer 3

• Evidence that patient centric approach improves outcomes
• Disparities in care accessed by different races