Question

Chapter 5 The nurse works in a large metropolitan hospital that provides care for older adults of many different cultures. Discuss ways a nurse can provide cultural competent care. Chapter 6 Being a caregiver for older adults is challenging. Name 3 things a nurse can do to help and support the caregiver in this role.

Answer 1

5) Nurses can provide culturally competent care by the following ways :-

Awareness of different cultures.

Avoid Making Assumptions.

Learn About Other Cultures.

Build Trust and Rapport.

Overcome Language Barriers.

Educate Patients About Medical Practices.

Practice Active Listening.

Recognize that culture extends beyond skin color.

Find out each patient's cultural background

Determine your cultural effectiveness.

Make your patients feel “at home.” If possible, staff should reflect area's cultural makeup.

Conduct culturally sensitive evaluations.

6) Nurses can support caregivers of the older patients by provision of:-

-Counseling

-Self-care

-Relaxation training

- Respite programs can improve caregivers' and patients' quality of life.