NUR 4710 - Cultural Competence in Nursing: The Hispanic Patient

Credits: 3
Lecture: 45
Lab: 0

Presents the essential concepts related to the care of the Hispanic patient within the context of patient-centered care. Emphasis will be on enhancing knowledge and skills related to basic communication in the Spanish language, health conditions that are relevant in the Hispanic culture, and cultural, health and spiritual practices that may influence care of Hispanic patients. Theoretical content will focus on therapeutic communication, exploration of therapeutic use of self, prevalent disorders in the Hispanic population and practices that promote the provision of culturally competent care. Students will have opportunities to practice nursing assessment and interventions that support the provision of high quality, patient-centered care. Must complete with a B- or better.

 

Prerequisite(s): NUR 3550  or NUR 3570  
Corequisite(s): None