Homework: Health Care in Children and Adolescents
Part I: Health Care in Children and Adolescents
Based upon current evidence-based research
Introduction (1/2 page)
• Explain how cultural competence improves health outcomes (1 page).
• Identify the differences between cultural awareness, cultural sensitivity, and cultural competence.
• Discuss why geographic regions, such as Appalachia, are often associated with a particular culture.
• For each factor, give an example of how a particular culture Cuban may affect the health and development of a pediatric patient (1 page).
o Health Beliefs
o Health Customs
o Religious Beliefs
o Dietary Customs
• Conduct a brief cultural self-assessment that includes- Cuban (1 page):
o What culture do you identify with?
o How does your culture view diversity?
o Explain the impact of your culture on healthcare decisions.
o Explain how your culture views the dying process.
o Are there any particular customs, foods, holidays, and beliefs that strongly represent your culture?
• Conclusion (1/2 page)
Part II: Health Care in Children and Adolescents
Culture: Cuban
Culture affects our view of health, wellness, illness, and death. As a Primary Care Provider, it is essential you have some awareness of your patient's and family's culture. Studies have shown that incorporating cultural awareness and sensitivity significantly improves patient compliance.
• How does this culture view health promotion and disease prevention (such as immunizations)?
• How does this culture's spiritual beliefs impact the view of health?
• How does this culture affect your patient care?
o Communication
o Patient education
o Anticipatory guidance
o Treatments such as medications
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
o The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
o The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
o Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.