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Assessing culturally diverse pediatric clients.

R Davidhizar1, R Havens, G A Bechtel

  • 1Division of Nursing, Bethel College, Mishawaka, IN, USA.

Pediatric Nursing
|May 25, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Pediatric nurses can improve culturally sensitive care by using the Giger and Davidhizar transcultural model. This model synthesizes essential health beliefs and practices for efficient, holistic child assessments.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing
  • Cultural Competence
  • Pediatric Healthcare

Background:

  • Pediatric nurses face challenges in delivering culturally sensitive care due to gaps in educational programs.
  • Existing approaches are often time-consuming and frustrating for healthcare providers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce the Giger and Davidhizar transcultural model as a tool for pediatric nurses.
  • To enhance the integration of cultural care theory into pediatric nursing practice.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizing the Giger and Davidhizar transcultural assessment model (1995).
  • Synthesizing essential health beliefs and practices into the model's six components.

Main Results:

  • The model provides a holistic and efficient framework for culturally sensitive patient assessment.
  • Facilitates the integration of cultural considerations into pediatric treatment plans.

Conclusions:

  • The Giger and Davidhizar model offers a structured approach to culturally appropriate pediatric care.
  • Empowers nurses to provide more effective and sensitive care to diverse child populations.

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