Leonard B J, Plotnikoff G A
Center for Spirituality and Healing, School of Nursing, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis 55455, USA.
AACN Clin Issues. 2000 Feb;11(1):51-9. doi: 10.1097/00044067-200002000-00007.
Cultural competency in critical care is providing care to patients and their families that is compatible with their values and the traditions of their faiths. This requires awareness of one's own values and those of the healthcare system. The nurse must also become aware of the cultural and spiritual values of patients and families. Although knowledge of many cultures is impossible, willingness to learn about, respect, and work with persons from different backgrounds is critical to providing culturally competent care. This article discusses elements essential for increasing cultural competency.
重症监护中的文化能力是指为患者及其家属提供与其价值观和宗教信仰传统相契合的护理。这需要了解自身的价值观以及医疗保健系统的价值观。护士还必须了解患者及其家属的文化和精神价值观。尽管不可能知晓所有文化，但愿意去了解、尊重并与来自不同背景的人合作对于提供具备文化能力的护理至关重要。本文讨论了提高文化能力所需的要素。
