Develop four important steps for how you will implement your plan to improve communication and acceptance of various cultures and diverse workers for each of the perceived or real barriers for staff and patients.

cultural Integration and Workforce Diversity Diversity in the workplace focuses on similarities and differences all employees bring to the organization. Diversity such as education, cultural, gender, geographical location, and ethnic background should be encouraged and valued. Employees should consider how work policies, communication, and practices have a different impact on their colleagues. Using the South […]

Explain how you might work with patients who do not agree with your recommendation

Contraception Treatments Considering the potentially negative consequences of unintended pregnancy for a woman’s health and well-being, effective contraceptive treatments are an important part of gynecologic care. There are a variety of contraceptive treatment methods available for women, including hormonal, barrier, and fertility awareness options. Each method has its own strengths and limitations, and each patient […]

What are the benefits and consequences of genetic testing?

Select two of the following discussion questions for your discussion response. Indicate which questions you have chosen using the format displayed in the “Discussion Forum Sample.” What are the benefits and consequences of genetic testing? What is your personal stance on genetic testing? Provide two current (within the last 5 years) scientific or evidence-based resources […]

What social determinants create their vulnerable status?

Conduct a “Windshield Survey” in a section of your community. Instructions for the survey can be found in Stanhope and Lancaster (2016) on page 416, Table 18-6. As you notice, conducting a Windshield Survey requires that you either walk around or drive around a particular section of the community and take notes about what you […]

What caring techniques/strategy can you use during the health assessment of a patient to encourage the patient’s adherence to a treatment plan?

Post a 2-paragraph response (at least 250–350 words) to one of the options below. Develop and post cohesive paragraphs, and use evidence to support your ideas.   What caring techniques/strategy can you use during the health assessment of a patient to encourage the patient’s adherence to a treatment plan? Describe an instance in your practice […]

What is your philosophy when it comes to nursing?

Assignment: Philosophy of Nursing   What is your philosophy when it comes to nursing? Which aspects of your philosophy do you think reflect the philosophical influences that have shaped the profession and are likely shared by other nurses? Which aspects of your philosophy reflect your personal values, beliefs, experiences, and unique perspective? How is your […]

Describe the value of theory for nursing research

To prepare:   Review the Learning Resources focusing on the different types of theories that are relevant for nursing practice.   Locate a scholarly article in the professional nursing literature that discusses a middle range or practice theory. Determine if the theory is descriptive, explanatory, predictive, or prescriptive in nature.   With this in mind, […]

Describe a situation in which the absence of social or cultural sensitivity adversely impacted patient care or collegial efficacy of patient care. How could the situation been handled to produce a more positive outcome during the health interview or assessment?

Complete one of the following options (Option One, Option Two, or Option Three). Use the Discussion Rubric to develop your post. Reflect on your reading from this week, and then address one of the following: Option One: Describe an incident, or incidents, in your own nursing practice in which you expressed social or cultural sensitivity in order to elicit a competent […]

What barriers to effective communication could occur with a health care professional colleague who is culturally diverse?

arriers to Effective Communication We face challenging barriers to effective communication in the healthcare field. As our world becomes smaller, we are in constant contact with patients, colleagues, or consumers from culturally diverse backgrounds and we need to develop our skills to improve effective communication. Using the South University Online Library, search the following articles: […]