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Health & Wellness / Care for Families / Cultural Competence Flashcards

(18 cards)

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Health

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Defined as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, not just the absence of disease or infirmity. Perceptions of health vary by individual and are influenced by culture, family, and societal norms​
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Wellness

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An active pursuit of good physical, mental, and emotional health through lifestyle choices​

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Disease

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Refers to pathological changes in the body or mind​

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Illness

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A person’s unique response to a disease, involving altered functioning​

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Factors Affecting Health and Illness

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Basic Human Needs: Food, shelter, safety, and other essentials.
Human Dimensions:
Physical: Genetics, age, gender.
Emotional: Psychological responses.
Intellectual: Education and knowledge levels.
Environmental: Living conditions, pollution.
Sociocultural: Economic status, family support.
Spiritual: Beliefs and values​
Risk Factors:
Modifiable: Lifestyle, habits.
Non-modifiable: Age, genetics​

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Primary Prevention

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Health promotion and disease prevention (e.g., immunizations, health education).

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Secondary Prevention

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Early detection and treatment (e.g., screenings, regular check-ups).

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Tertiary Prevention

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Focused on rehabilitation and reducing disability (e.g., physical therapy, support groups)​

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Role of the Nurse in Promoting Health and Preventing Illness

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Educating patients about healthy behaviors and preventive care.
Advocating for patient needs within healthcare systems.
Encouraging adherence to medical regimens and preventive screenings.
Supporting community health initiatives​

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Cultural Diversity

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Involves recognizing differences in ethnicity, religion, language, and socioeconomic factors​

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Respect

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Requires acknowledging and valuing cultural differences without bias​

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Beliefs about health and illness

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Can vary widely; some may prefer traditional healers.

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Communication styles

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Language and nonverbal cues differ.

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Family roles

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Certain cultures prioritize collective decision-making​

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Understand cultural values and practices

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Assess health beliefs and traditions.

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Develop self-awareness

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Avoid ethnocentrism and implicit biases.

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Accommodate cultural practices

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Integrate traditional practices when appropriate.

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Seek assistance

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Engage cultural mediators or interpreters​