CDyer_HealthandIllnessBeliefs_04082017

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ASSESSMENT AND HEALTH 2 Assessment and Health and Illness Beliefs Health and illness beliefs can influence the assessment process primarily due to the personal beliefs that an individual may hold i... n regards to how they seek treatment. It is essential as a healthcare professional to attempt to understand and respect all cultural beliefs. We as nurses know the importance of meeting the physical and cultural needs of patients during the assessment interview. Some patient may feel as though their cultural health and disease beliefs are not seen as a crucial part of their care. Others may feel it is a necessary step in improving their health. As an LPN, I have seen various residents that make it known of their culture regarding food or their health needs. [Show More]

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