CHOOSE A CULTURE UNFAMILIAR TO YOU AND DESCRIBE WHAT WOULD BE IMPORTANT TO REMEMBER WHILE YOU INTERVIEW THIS PATIENT NRS 434
CHOOSE A CULTURE UNFAMILIAR TO YOU AND DESCRIBE WHAT WOULD BE IMPORTANT TO REMEMBER WHILE YOU INTERVIEW THIS PATIENT NRS 434
You are admitting a 19-year old female college student to the hospital for fevers. Using the patient information provided, choose a culture unfamiliar to you and describe what would be important to remember while you interview this patient. Discuss the health care support systems available in your community for someone of this culture. If no support systems are available in your community, identify a national resource.
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Culture is defined as the way of life of a people. It is also seen as the customs, arts, social institutions, and achievements of a particular nation, people, or other social group. It is important for nurses to consider the cultural beliefs of their patients while rendering care. The cultural needs of patients should be determined immediately the walk through the door. The nurse should be very observant to check if the patient makes eye contact and communicate well during the interview. It is essential we build a trusting relationship with the patient throughout their hospital stay. The nurse should exercise cultural competency which involves the respect of all beliefs, values, and decision-making power of the patient within a different group cultural group than the nurse.
The Arab American culture
The Arab American has a unique culture, and the nurse should remember that when first treating a patient, they should refrain from any excess eye and physical contact (Attum, Haffiz, Malik, 2020). Maintaining privacy is essential and modesty is important. The family should be included in the treatment planning. This female needs to be seen by female health care providers. It is required in this culture that the patient be assessed by medical professional that are of the same gender as the patient (Falkner, 2018). Respecting the cultural diet is paramount. It is the nurses` responsibility to make the patient feel safe and respected (Falkner, 2018).
Health care support system
The language telephone line should be used for patient during the interview if she feels more comfortable using her preferred language. The language line at the facility where I work has just has video option that the nurse can utilize if the patient gives the consent. Spiritual care should be provided. This because prayer and religion are valued among the Arab Americans (Attum, Haffiz, Malik, 2020). The support system is Arab American Family Services which offer support in the areas of public benefits, immigration, domestic violence, mental health, elderly services, and they sponsor outreach programs to build healthier families and communities (AAFS, 2020)
References
Arab American Family Services (2020). Support for Arab American Families: About Us. Retrieved from http://arabamericanfamilyservices.org/about-us/
Attum, B., Hafiz, S., Malik, A. (2020). Cultural Competence in the Care of Muslim Patients and Their Families. Retrieved from: htts://www.ncbi.nlm.gov/books/NBK499933/
Falkner, A. (2018). Cultural awareness. In Grand Canyon University Ed.). Health promotion: Health & wellness across the continuum. Retrieved from https://lc.gcumedia.com/nrs429vn/health-promotion-health-and-wellness-across-the-continuum/v1.1/#/chapter/3
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Ethel Kunaka
replied toStanley Ogbo
Feb 19, 2022, 1:50 PM
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Stanley,
I support your view. Patients` culture(s) should be valued as they have an impact on their health outcome. Talk of language, the line of communication should be clear to make sure both the nurse and patient understand each each other. In this journey of nursing I encountered someone who was reluctant to use the translation phone / as often because they thought it was time consuming. In that case so much important information was bound to be missed because of language barrier and the whole point of cultural competence was missed. The patient would lose trust in the nurse and care compromised.
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James Lokko
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Feb 19, 2022, 11:02 PM
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Hi stanely, I am glad you have chosen the aravbcculure. Allow me add by looking at the muslim culture. To provide culturally appropriate care to Muslim patients, nurses must have a thorough understanding of Islamic principles. As a nurse, it is essential to be aware of the importance of decency and seclusion, the proper use of touch; dietary needs; and drugs.
It is crucial to remember a few factors as a physician or clinician when questioning a Muslim female college student admitted to the hospital for fevers. The importance of humility in his society cannot be overstated. This female patient’s exam should be conducted with a male nurse or doctor, as it is often considered preferable to have others of the same sex in the room. When removing or having clothing withdrawn for an exam, it is necessary to do so in a personal space and notify the patient that the dress will be restored promptly.
