Description
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: NRS 210/220
This course explores a variety of cultural influences that shape attitudes and beliefs toward health and illness.The impact on the delivery of culturally competent health care is examined in light of the dynamic changes in the population of the United States and the global community. Cultural influences on health care policies and research are identified. The course design enhances professional health care providers??? perceptions and understanding, expanding their ability to critically think about the uniqueness of cultural perspectives. Emphasis is placed on communication and the application of caring and transcultural theory concepts.