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Deployed Women Veterans: Important Culturally Sensitive Care
Patricia L Conard1, Myrna L Armstrong2
1Nursing Consultant, Van Buren, AR.
Nursing Forum
|June 11, 2015
Summary
Many veterans use civilian healthcare facilities. Civilian nurses must identify veterans and provide culturally sensitive care, especially for women veterans facing unique challenges.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare disparities
- Veteran health
- Military culture
Background:
- Millions of veterans utilize civilian healthcare facilities.
- A significant portion of veterans do not actively seek Veterans Administration (VA) services.
- Civilian healthcare providers must prepare for veteran patient needs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the importance of identifying military service in civilian healthcare settings.
- To inform civilian nurses about the unique needs and cultural backgrounds of veterans.
- To advocate for improved, culturally sensitive care for women veterans.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of pertinent sources.
- Analysis of data regarding veteran healthcare utilization.
- Examination of military culture and women veterans' wartime experiences.
Main Results:
- Identifying veterans through a simple question is crucial.
- Civilian nurses need to anticipate veteran health needs and offer culturally sensitive care.
- Specific challenges faced by deployed women veterans are detailed.
Conclusions:
- Understanding military culture is key for effective veteran care.
- Women veterans face unique healthcare issues, including PTSD, MST, and gender disparities.
- Civilian nurses play a vital role in advocating for women veterans' healthcare needs.
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