NUR 356 - Culture and Health Care

Institution:

Holy Family University

Subject:

Description:

Culture as a determinant of one's health beliefs and practices is a course focus. Theories and concepts of health and culture are described, as well as socioeconomic factors impacting on health care delivery. Differences in health care values and beliefs existing between health care professionals and some members of ethno/ cultural groups are discussed. Health beliefs, folk practices, and health risk factors of selected ethnic groups are considered. Methods of providing culturally sensitive care are identified. Four classroom hours per week.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.holyfamily.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 637-7700

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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