Racial/Ethnic Minorities
This population has higher rates of hypertension and diabetes due to limited access to healthcare.
What are racial and ethnic minorities?
This group may delay care due to fear of discrimination.
Who are LGBTQ+ individuals
Limited mobility can lead to this common health issue.
What are falls?
This term means understanding and respecting patients beliefs and values.
What is Cultural competence.
A nurse adapting care to a patient's culture improves this.
What is the quality of care?
Limited health insurance contributes to this problem.
What are healthcare access disparities?
This barrier may prevent LGBTQ+ individuals from seeking healthcare.
What is fear of discrimination?
This sensory change may affect communication with older adults.
What is hearing or vision loss?
This is a key goal of cultural competence in nursing.
What is improving patient outcomes?
Respecting dietary preferences is an example of this nursing role.
What is culturally sensitive care?
Traditional remedies may affect this part of care.
What is medication adherence?
LGBTQ+ youth have higher risks for this mental health concern.
What is depression?
This factor increases healthcare disparities in elderly population.
What is fixed income or lack of transportation?
Cultural competence helps build this between nurses and patients.
What is trust?
This is the nurse's responsibility when caring for diverse populations.
What is providing equitable and respectful care?
A nurse who asks about cultural food practices is showing this skill.
What is cultural competence.
Higher rates of depression and anxiety are common health disparities in this population.
What are mental health disparities?
This population often experiences physical barriers in healthcare facilities.
Who are people with disabilities?
This skill helps nurses communicate effectively with diverse patients.
What is cultural awareness?
This nursing behavior builds trust with diverse patients.
What is active listening?
This social factor contributes to health disparities among racial minorities.
What is poverty or lack of access to healthcare.
This is an example of culturally competent care for LGBTQ+ patients.
What is avoiding assumptions about sexual orientation or gender identity?
Allowing extra appointment time demonstrates this type of care.
What is patient centered care?
Learning about a patient's background supports this care model.
What is holistic care?
Nurses should adapt care plans to reflect patients'
What is cultural preferences?