Assignment Task:
Contact an individual from the cultural group (with their consent) and conduct a cultural interview.
The individual can be a patient, neighbor, grandparent, in-law, or friend. Do not use your parent, brother, sister, spouse, or significant other.
Respect the interviewee's privacy and cultural beliefs.
Use the interview questions below.
Take notes during the interview to capture the key points discussed.
Be sure to answer the following questions in the presentation:
Did your preconceptions or stereotypes influence the interview process?
What cultural factors emerged during the interview that could impact healthcare decisions?
How might you adapt your nursing practice to provide culturally competent care for individuals from this cultural group based on the interview insights?
Submission Instructions:
The presentation is to be original work and logically organized, formatted, and cited in the current APA style, including citations and references.
The PowerPoint presentation should consist of 10-15 slides and be 10-15 minutes in length.
Nursing Preparing Interview Questions for "A Cultural Interview"
1. Can you tell me a little about your cultural upbringing and how it affects how you live your life?
2. What are some traditional Japanese customs or practices that you still follow?
3. How do people in your culture typically view health and illness?
4. Are there any traditional remedies or practices in Japanese culture that are used to maintain health or treat illness?
5. What are your sentiments regarding the utilization of contemporary medical treatments in comparison to older methods?
6. In your culture, what is the significance of family in making healthcare decisions?
7. How does your culture view the care of the elderly or those with chronic illness?
8. How do you prefer to communicate with healthcare providers? Is there anything specific that makes you feel more comfortable?
9. Are there any aspects of Japanese culture that you think healthcare providers should be aware of when treating Japanese patients?
10. How significant is it to have a healthcare provider that comprehends your cultural heritage?
11. How does your culture approach end-of-life care and decision-making?
12. Do you or your family have any important cultural or religious ceremonies during illness or death?
13. Are there any dietary restrictions or preferences in Japanese culture that are important to consider in a healthcare setting?
14. How important is diet in maintaining health in your culture?
15. What are your expectations of healthcare providers in terms of respect, privacy, and understanding of your cultural needs?
16. How do you feel about the use of alternative therapies or complementary medicine in conjunction with conventional treatments?