Cultural Diversity and Nursing

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This paper describes the features of cultural diversity as seen in nursing practice, education, administration, and research. It is important, at all levels of nursing practice, to have a solid understanding of cultural diversity. The paper shows that ethnocentric approaches to nursing practice are ineffective when dealing with the health and nursing needs of diverse cultural groups of patients. Thus, learning about different cultures and their impact on health care is crucial for all nurses, whether they are working in a clinical setting, education, research, or administration.

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Introduction
The Importance of Cultural Diversity in Nursing
Models of Culture Care Theory
The Effect of Culture on Professional Nurse
Conclusion

From the Paper:

"As an American nurse, with American values and beliefs, I have a tendency to place efficiency high on my list of priorities. However, it is important for me to consider that many cultures have values that must be taken into consideration, like modesty. While I may be concerned with performing a procedure quickly and efficiently, my patient may be mortified that I am failing to keep him or her covered during the procedure. In addition, as an American nurse, I value self-control. However, a patient that comes from a culture in which emotional expressiveness is the norm may interpret my self-control as coldness."

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