Hispanic Culture: Issues of Healthcare and Privacy
When providing care for someone from another culture the nurse must be aware that there are some cultural differences that are upheld by other cultures. The nurse must not impose their cultural views on the patient. And the nurse cannot let his/her views effect the quality of care to be provided. The nurse also must take these differences into consideration while still doing his/her best to provide the finest, culturally appropriate care possible without being disrespectful to the beliefs or religions of others. Health and illness beliefs and practices in the Latin/Hispanic culture play an important role in religion. Regardless of the source of care, the patient and family are likely …show more content…
When ill they will turn to prayer and herbal medicine before going to the doctor. These populations often turn to “Folk Healers” or “Family Medicine Women”, such as their own grandmother, who would tell them what remedy to take. Because when it comes to medicine, the Latin/Hispanic culture is likely to avoid taking medication, for fear of addiction, and side effects of pain medicines that are worse than the actual pain. Or, they may not understand how to take their medication, so instead will utilize herbs, teas, or folk remedies. Some believe that there are some sicknesses or diseases that can only be cured by the “Healer” (Curandero) in specific rituals. Pharmacist are also a common practice. People who are too ill to travel to major medical centers or are from a low socioeconomic status go to their local pharmacist for advice on how to treat their illness, rather than seek medical care. To many the most important aspect of recovery is having family present and …show more content…
The median age is 24 years old compared with 35 in the USA non-Hispanic community. The Hispanic economy is mostly dependent on young people because many youths live with their parents until marriage, they're willing to work for much less than older, and married employees. People that are older than 35 may not get hired. Ageism occurs regardless of their gender. The Law for the Rights of Older Adults (LROA) establishes principles and guidelines for the Health, Education, Work, and other Federal Ministries, in order to protect senior citizen's rights. Age discrimination in employment cannot be legally
When providing care for someone from another culture the nurse must be aware that there are some cultural differences that are upheld by other cultures. The nurse must not impose their cultural views on the patient. And the nurse cannot let his/her views effect the quality of care to be provided. The nurse also must take these differences into consideration while still doing his/her best to provide the finest, culturally appropriate care possible without being disrespectful to the beliefs or religions of others. Health and illness beliefs and practices in the Latin/Hispanic culture play an important role in religion. Regardless of the source of care, the patient and family are likely …show more content…
When ill they will turn to prayer and herbal medicine before going to the doctor. These populations often turn to “Folk Healers” or “Family Medicine Women”, such as their own grandmother, who would tell them what remedy to take. Because when it comes to medicine, the Latin/Hispanic culture is likely to avoid taking medication, for fear of addiction, and side effects of pain medicines that are worse than the actual pain. Or, they may not understand how to take their medication, so instead will utilize herbs, teas, or folk remedies. Some believe that there are some sicknesses or diseases that can only be cured by the “Healer” (Curandero) in specific rituals. Pharmacist are also a common practice. People who are too ill to travel to major medical centers or are from a low socioeconomic status go to their local pharmacist for advice on how to treat their illness, rather than seek medical care. To many the most important aspect of recovery is having family present and …show more content…
The median age is 24 years old compared with 35 in the USA non-Hispanic community. The Hispanic economy is mostly dependent on young people because many youths live with their parents until marriage, they're willing to work for much less than older, and married employees. People that are older than 35 may not get hired. Ageism occurs regardless of their gender. The Law for the Rights of Older Adults (LROA) establishes principles and guidelines for the Health, Education, Work, and other Federal Ministries, in order to protect senior citizen's rights. Age discrimination in employment cannot be legally