Transcultural Nursing: Assessment & Intervention

by Giger, Joyce Newman

• ISBN13: 9780323083799
• ISBN10: 032308379X
• Edition: 6th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2012-02-17
• Publisher: Mosby Inc

Summary

Giger and Davidhizar's unique transcultural model of clear, easy-to-apply assessment and intervention strategies is the definitive source for use in the clinical setting! This authoritative resource will help you learn to identify the six key cultural phenomena used in caring for clients from different backgrounds (communication, space, social organization, time, environmental control, and biological variations), and help you apply these phenomena to a variety of individuals in different cultures. Unique! Giger & Davidhizar's Transcultural Assessment Model devotes a full chapter to each of the six aspects of cultural assessment (communication, space, social organization, time, environmental control, and biologic variations) to help you apply this model to any client of any culture. Expert author Joyce Newman Giger is a pioneer in the field of transcultural nursing. Case studies and critical thinking questions help you apply the assessment framework in practice. UNIQUE! Sample care plans demonstrate how to apply principles to specific client needs. UNIQUE! Discussion of the spiritual component provides a more holistic, integrated approach to culture and assessment. Clarification of biologic variations for select cultural groups raises awareness of potential risks/influences on client health. 2010 census data is incorporated through the book to provide the most current analysis of demographic trends. Completely revised cultural chapters reflect the shifting experiences of different cultural groups in our society. NEW! 6 additional cultural chapters on Nigerians, Uganda Americans, Jordanian Americans, Cuban Americans, Amish Americans, and Irish Americans

Table of Contents

Framework for Cultural Assessment and Intervention Techniques
Introduction to Transcultural Nursing	p. 2
Communication	p. 19
Space	p. 41
Social Organization	p. 58
Time	p. 90
Environmental Control	p. 208
Biological Variations	p. 122
Application of Assessment and Intervention Techniques Specific to Cultural Groups
African-Americans	p. 162
Mexican Americans	p. 207
Navajos	p. 240
Appalachians	p. 260
American Eskimos: The Yup'ik and Inupiat	p. 279
Japanese Americans	p. 309
Afghans and Afghan Americans	p. 340
Russian Americans	p. 354
Chinese Americans	p. 383
Filipino Americans	p. 403
Vietnamese Americans	p. 426
East Indian Hindu Americans	p. 462
Haitian Americans	p. 483
Jewish Americans	p. 508
Korean Americans	p. 531
French Canadians of Quebec Origin	p. 551
Puerto Rican Americans	p. 574
Nigerian Americans	p. 590
Ugandan Americans	p. 614
Jordanian Americans	p. 634
Cuban Americans	p. 647
Amish Americans	p. 663
Irish Americans	p. 681
Answer Key to Review Questions	p. 700
Index	p. 704
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