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New Mexico nurses' cultural self-efficacy: a pilot study
1University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, College of Nursing, 2502 Marble Avenue NE, Albuquerque, NM 87131-5688, USA.
Journal of Cultural Diversity
|March 25, 2005
Summary
Registered nurses in New Mexico showed moderate self-efficacy in cultural care. This pilot study suggests further research is needed to improve cultural competence in diverse patient care settings.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Cultural Competence
- Healthcare Disparities
Background:
- Healthcare providers require cultural comfort when treating patients from diverse backgrounds.
- Understanding cultural nuances is crucial for effective patient care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess registered nurses' self-efficacy in providing culturally competent care.
- To evaluate the Cultural Self-Efficacy Scale for future research.
- To determine the feasibility of a larger study on cultural self-efficacy.
Main Methods:
- A pilot study involving 15 registered nurses in New Mexico.
- Participants cared for multiethnic patients.
- The Cultural Self-Efficacy Scale was utilized.
Main Results:
- Nurses reported moderate confidence in cultural concepts and nursing skills.
- Moderate self-efficacy was observed regarding three out of five ethnic groups' cultural life patterns.
- The study demonstrated the feasibility of further investigation.
Conclusions:
- While not conclusive due to sample size, the findings support the need for enhanced cultural competence training.
- This pilot study provides a foundation for larger, more rigorous research in cultural nursing.