Diversity And Problem Solving Flashcards
(19 cards)
What is culture?
A social construct that creates structure
What is culture based on?
Where you grow up
What 3 criteria are people grouped into?
Race
Ethnicity
Culture
What is race?
People who possess similar physical characteristics
What is ethnicity?
An inherited status
What are some characteristics of ethnicity?
Common history or origin
Ancestry
Language
Nationality
Religion/mythology
Physical appearance
Culture
What is the difference between race and ethnicity?
Race is physical features
Ethnicity is inherited from your parents
What should a patient assessment include?
Culture
Sociological
Psychological
Biological
How do we view smiling in Canada?
The person is…
Happier
More attractive
Competent
Friendly
How might other cultures view smiling?
The person may be…
Dishonest
Have lower intelligence
Or it may be reserved for close acquaintances
What does eye contact usually signify in Canada?
It shows interest and builds a connection
What does avoiding eye contact mean in Canada?
May show…
Submissiveness
Avoidance
Nervousness
How might eye contact be perceived in other cultures?
Inappropriate if it is between a man and a women
Or might be avoided as a sign of respect
What is important to remember when you need an interpreter?
Talk to the patient themselves, not the interpreter
It might be helpful to use a hospital interpreter instead of a family member because the patient might be too uncomfortable to be honest when asking about pregnancy or other personal things
How might stereotypes affect the patients self-concept?
They might feel as if they fall short or isolated if they don’t live up to that stereotypes (Asian people are good at math so if an asian person is bad at math they might feel disconnected with their ethnicity or culture)
What should you do if you are unsure about a patients personal level of comfort or belief?
Ask them
According to to the CMHA how many Canadians will have or have had some kind of mental illness?
About 50%
What is the CMHA?
Canadian mental health association
