Cultural Competence in Health Care [Paperback]

Cultural competence in Health Care provides a balance between a theoretical foundation and clinical application. Because of the focus on basic principles, this book will be useful not only in the United States, but throughout the world as Cultural Competence is intending to fill the cultural competence gap for students and practitioners of medicine and related health sciences, by providing knowledge and describing the skills needed for culturally relevant medical care of patients of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.Cultural competence in Health Care provides a balance between a theoretical foundation and clinical application. Because of the focus on basic principles, this book will be useful not only in the United States, but throughout the world as Cultural Competence is intending to fill the cultural competence gap for students and practitioners of medicine and related health sciences, by providing knowledge and describing the skills needed for culturally relevant medical care of patients of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.Culture and Medical Practice.- Cultural Competence in Healthcare Specialties.- Culture and Clinical Assessment.- Healthcare for People of Different Ethnicities.- Culture and Medical Diseases.- Culture and Mental Disorders.- Culture and Medical Care.- Culture and Special Medical Issues.- Conclusions.

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This book focuses on educating healthcare professionals on the complex issues surrounding the delivery of culturally competent care. It moves from basic definitions to clear applicable examples, helping readers to become more accomplished in this area. & is written for students in medicine, nursing, social work, clinical psychology, and other healthcare disciplines. It is designed to be an aid for practicing physicians and healthcare professionals. & This is a wonderful addition to the literature, providing much needed instruction in the area of cultural competence. (Kathl#R