T2 - Week 4 Lecture Flashcards
What is an assumption
A thing that is accepted as true or as certain to happen without proof
What is a generalization?
A general statement or concept obtained by inference from specific cases
What is ethnocentrism?
A belief that one’s way of life and view of the world are inherently superior to others and more desirable
What is culture?
- An integrated pattern of human behavior
- Learned and shared belief of a group
Describe the components of culture?
- Social
- Dynamic
- Cross-culture
- Each group makes a part of who we are
What is culture proficiency?
The level of knowledge-based skills and understanding that are required to successfully counsel and interact with patients
Why is cultural competence important?
To eliminate health disparities
What is Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
Equal access and equal health care
What is Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act?
Mandated that pharmacists provide the option of counseling to all Medicaid patients regarding their prescription medications
In what ways does culture affect healthcare?
- Concepts of health and healing
- How illness disease and their causes are perceived
- The behaviors of patients who are seeking health care
- Attitudes toward health care providers
What is cultural proficiency?
Systems and organizations that hold culture in high esteem to guide endeavors
What is cultural competence?
Demonstrating and acceptance and respect for cultural differences
What is cultural pre-competence?
Awareness within systems and organizations of their strengths and areas for growth to respond effectively to culturally and linguistically diverse groups
What is cultural blindness?
Expressed philosophy of viewing and treating all people as the same
What is cultural incapacity?
Lack to respond effectively to needs, interests, and preferences of culturally and linguistically diverse groups