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Health for the elderly
MUSLIM AND KOREANS
Introduction
-Health practitioners should have an understanding of the cultural practices of different groups of people
-We learn about the important cultural factors that affects effective delivery of healthcare services
Muslim
-Muslims are culturally sensitive
-Spiritual needs, privacy and modesty should be given a priority
-Dietary requirements should also be taken care of
Koreans
-They have a complicated etiquette
-They highly respect the elders and the young should take care of the elderly
-Koreans prefer Asian medicine
-They have a strong religious affiliation
Assessment Tools
- Majority of patients have some spiritual and cultural beliefs
- Use cultural Assessment tools
- Use spiritual assessment tools
Cultural Assessment Tools
-Awareness of one’s cultural values and beliefs
-Recognition of how these values influence one’s attitudes and behaviors
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- Quote paper
- Amos Wesonga (Author), 2015, Health for the elderly. Determine Cultural Differences in the Use of Mental and Physical Health Services, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/429301
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