at, holistic nursing views the patient this way. Cultural background is important to honor and respect if a patient is being treated in the hospital. Diversity is prevalent in the nursing field. Not only do nurses come from different cultures and backgrounds, we are constantly caring for many patients whose cultural beliefs differ from ours and this should not stop us from providing the best care possible. The Importance of
learned from one’s family. Transcultural nursing is providing holistic nursing care to many different cultures. It is quite simple in explanation but entails so much. It is a skill that is learned and involves knowing one’s own beliefs and values and the values of others. Transcultural nursing can be described as “a strategy of caring, which acknowledges, with consideration and sensitivity, the individual’s culture, values, beliefs and practices” (Lo, 2012). Transcultural nursing has become a growing
caring for patients and to emphasize that the lack of understanding culture diversity, delivery of culturally competent care may result in poor patients’ outcomes. The theoretical framework for this project is noted in the theory of Transcultural Nursing founded by Leininger, which explains cultural diversity and cultural competence. Sagar (2012) reported that Leininger acknowledged the benefits of understanding a patient’s culture and caring knowledge in the improvement of the quality of
change their health behavior” (Galanti, 2008). The nurse must be aware that not all patients will share a uniform belief on what caused their illness and the most effective way to treat it. Biological Variations: Biological variations in transcultural nursing relate to the genetic difference between cultures that may or may not predispose certain groups to specific diseases. This dimension may also include variations of “pain tolerance and deficiencies and predilections in nutrition” (Albougami
Cultural Diversity in Nursing Mandy Koontz Henderson Community College Nursing Semester 1 Abstract This paper explores 4 published articles that report on research conducted online about transcultural nursing and its relationship to cultural competence. This paper will define transcultural nursing and its history, discuss the importance of transcultural nursing in today’s global environment, define cultural competence and identify the role of the nurse when caring for persons from diverse backgrounds
With the growth of nursing profession, in other to improve patient’s outcome, research and nursing theory are needed to better provide health care to the population. Nursing theory enables the growth and progress of nursing knowledge and provides values that helps to support the practice in nursing. “Theory is used in all aspects of nursing care and assists the practicing nurse in organizing, understanding and analyzing patient data” (Matney &Staggers, 2015). In this paper, I will discuss Madeleine
Model for transcultural care, culture was defined as a patterned behavioral response that develops over time as a result of imprinting the mind through social and religious structures and intellectual and artistic manifestations.
History of Nursing in China SUNY Delhi NURS-300: Professional Issues of nursing June 11, 2011 Abstract The history of nursing in China did not start until the 19th century. Modern nursing was introduced into China as part of the westernization in to Chinese culture. In this paper I will discuss the Chinese philosophy on religion and various treatments. I will discuss the Leninger transcultural model and how it relates to Chinese culture. The Chinese culture continues to influence American culture
Understanding Leininger’s Theory of Transcultural Nursing Garensha Cazeau Curry College April 2015 RN Transitions Professor: Sanford Understanding Leininger’s Theory of Transcultural Nursing Introduction As a young girl, I have always enjoyed being around people in their time of need as well as experiencing internal satisfaction by serving those that need my help. In my day to day nursing career, I have encountered
Application of Nursing Theory Leininger’s Transcultural Theory The practice of nursing in today’s multicultural societies calls for nurses to identify and meet the cultural needs of diverse groups of people; to understand the social and cultural reality of the client, family, and community; to develop expertise in the implementation of culturally acceptable strategies for the provision of nursing care, and to identify and use appropriate resources for health teaching that is acceptable