[Answered] NR 394 Week 5 Discussion… Cultural Perspective

Course  

NR 394 Transcultural Nursing

Week 5 Discussion: Reflection on Cultural Perspective

Purpose

The purpose of this reflection is to examine changes in cultural perspectives across the lifespan.

Course Outcome

The purpose of this discussion reflection enables the student to meet the following course outcome:

  • CO 3: Describe culturally competent nursing care across the lifespan. (PO 4)

Due Date

  • During the assigned week (Sunday the start of the assigned week through Sunday the end of the assigned week):
    • Posts in the discussion at least two times, and
    • Posts in the discussion on two different days

Points Possible

50 points

Directions

  • Reflection is an activity that involves your deep thought into your own experiences related to the concepts of the week. Answers should be detailed. In reflections students:
    • Demonstrate understanding of concepts for the week
    • Engage in meaningful dialogue with classmates and/or instructor
    • Express opinions clearly and logically, in a professional manner
  • Use the rubric on this page as you compose your answers.
  • Scholarly sources are NOT requiredfor this reflection
  • Best Practices include:
    • Participation early in the week is encouraged to stimulate meaningful discussion among classmates and instructor.
    • Enter the reflection often during the week to read and learn from posts.
    • Select different classmates for your reply each week.
  • Reflection is an activity that involves your deep thought into your own experiences related to the concepts of the week. Answers should be detailed.
  • Use the rubric on this page as you compose your answers.
  • Scholarly sources are NOT requiredfor this reflection.

Reflection Question

Much of our culture comes from what we learn as children. However, culture continues to influence our norms throughout our lives. Reflect on the learning that you had as a child and your lived experience.

  • Think of a change in your cultural perspective that is different now from when you were a child.
  • What influenced you to change your thinking?
  • How can you use this information in clinical practice?

SOLUTION 

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