{"title":"The Role of the Public Health Nurse in Collaborative Efforts to Manage COVID-19 in a Rural Hispanic Population: A Qualitative Inquiry.","authors":"Susan E Young, Stephanie R Duea","doi":"10.1177/10436596241286188","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/10436596241286188","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>While local health departments (LHDs) recognize the need to provide culturally congruent care to rural Hispanic populations, the COVID-19 pandemic tested their capacity to leverage available knowledge, skills, and resources to integrate effective transcultural collaborations to improve health outcomes.</p><p><strong>Methodology: </strong>Twelve semi-structured interviews of community leaders were conducted and interpreted using qualitative thematic analysis. The role of the LHD's Public Health Nurse (PHN) in the pandemic response was examined using the Public Health Intervention Wheel (2019), specifically collaboration, coalition-building, and community organizing components.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The PHN directed the community response to the pandemic. Four pivotal themes emerged from the data: identifying gaps, forming alliances, putting boots on the ground, and moving forward.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>The need to provide culturally congruent care to the Hispanic population required the development of transcultural knowledge through multi-faceted strategies. Sustaining relationships borne out of the pandemic is important to enhance community response to future disasters.</p>","PeriodicalId":49969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Transcultural Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"10436596241286188"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-10-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142512035","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Understanding Nursing Students' Competency in Working with Culturally Diverse Populations: A Palestinian Perspective.","authors":"Lobna Harazneh, Ahmad Ayed, Basma Salameh","doi":"10.1177/10436596241290789","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/10436596241290789","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Understanding cultural competency is essential for providing competent, culturally sensitive care for improving health outcomes. Therefore, the aim of this study is to examine nursing students' competency in working with culturally diverse populations.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A cross-sectional design was conducted among 243 nursing students during their internship. The Cultural Competence Assessment Scale and a perception of student competency scale were used.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The study revealed that nursing students hold a high level of behavioral competence and awareness, with mean scores of 4.99 ± 0.84 and 4.77 ± 0.52, respectively. Nursing students' cultural competency behavior was significantly predicted by resident location and cultural awareness, as revealed by multivariable regression analysis.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Nurses must deliver culturally competent health care to individuals from a variety of backgrounds. It is critical to implement efficient interventions, including focused educational programs, aimed at improving students' readiness to offer equitable and culturally sensitive care to various patient populations.</p>","PeriodicalId":49969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Transcultural Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"10436596241290789"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-10-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142479273","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Erin Kesler, Jessica Devido, Richard Zoucha, Emma Wilson
{"title":"Exploring the Experiences, Cultural Values, and Perceptions of Mothers of Hospitalized Newborns in Malawi: An Integrative Review of the Literature.","authors":"Erin Kesler, Jessica Devido, Richard Zoucha, Emma Wilson","doi":"10.1177/10436596241290517","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/10436596241290517","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Sub-Saharan Africa has the world's highest rates of neonatal mortality. Mothers are critical to the survival of these at-risk newborns. The aim of this integrative review is to appraise the published literature on the experiences, cultural values, and perceptions of mothers of hospitalized newborns in Malawi to inform future research.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This integrative review utilizes Whittemore and Knafl's review model. CINAHL, PubMed, and Academic Search Elite databases were searched.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Five summarizing themes were identified across ten articles relating to the mother as a caregiver, experiences of mother as a caregiver, cultural observations and perceptions of the mother, influence of others on the mother, and discrimination and stigma.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>Mothers' experiences of having a newborn requiring hospitalization in Malawi are complex. Results indicate a need for more studies to understand the experiences of mothers of newborns requiring hospitalization in Malawi in order to provide culturally congruent newborn care.</p>","PeriodicalId":49969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Transcultural Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"10436596241290517"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-10-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142479272","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Prisca Anuforo, Rick Zoucha, Khlood Salman, Marilyn R McFarland
{"title":"Influences of Widowhood Cultural Practices, Values, and Beliefs on the Health and Well-being of Nigerian Women: An Integrative Review.","authors":"Prisca Anuforo, Rick Zoucha, Khlood Salman, Marilyn R McFarland","doi":"10.1177/10436596241286244","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/10436596241286244","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Widowhood cultural practices are detrimental to the health and well-being of widows in Nigeria. They are associated with a higher rate of morbidity and mortality than for single and married individuals.</p><p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To explore and synthesize the literature on widowhood cultural practices and their effects on the health and well-being of Nigerian women in Nigeria and in the US to inform future research.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A comprehensive search of CINAHL, PubMed, Google Scholar, and Embase databases was performed using the Whittmore and Knafl Integrative Review Model. Critical appraisal was used to select the final 20 studies that met the inclusion criteria.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Seven themes were identified: Inhumane treatment of widows, poor socio-economic status, support for detrimental widowhood cultural practices driven by culture, physiological well-being, psychosocial issues, support, and empowerment.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>Further research is needed to explore the practice and its impact in the Nigerian American population in the US.</p>","PeriodicalId":49969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Transcultural Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"10436596241286244"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-10-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142378524","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Alexandra Malia Jackson, Clemma Jacobsen Muller, Scott K Okamoto, Raven H Weaver, Steffi M Kim, Magdalena Haakenstad, Cortney Pfeaster, Zowey Cachola, Ashley Oshiro, Kacyn Ideue, Nancy Schoenberg, Ka'imi Sinclair
{"title":"Health and Well-being of Family ('Ohana) Caregivers of Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Adults Living with Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias.","authors":"Alexandra Malia Jackson, Clemma Jacobsen Muller, Scott K Okamoto, Raven H Weaver, Steffi M Kim, Magdalena Haakenstad, Cortney Pfeaster, Zowey Cachola, Ashley Oshiro, Kacyn Ideue, Nancy Schoenberg, Ka'imi Sinclair","doi":"10.1177/10436596241286232","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/10436596241286232","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>We aimed to describe the health and well-being of family caregivers of Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (NHPI) adults living with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD), explore cultural values related to caregiving, and characterize barriers and facilitators to their health and well-being.</p><p><strong>Methodology: </strong>Caregivers of NHPIs living with ADRD were recruited from across the United States to complete a multimethod study including a survey followed by an interview about their health and well-being.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Eleven participants completed surveys, six of whom completed an interview. Themes included caring as a community, <i>lōkahi</i> (balance), and the importance of sleep, food, and physical activity. Cultural values included connection to cultural practices, <i>kūpuna</i> (elders) as cultural knowledge holders, and the <i>kuleana</i> (responsibility) of caregiving.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>Caregiving for an NHPI adult living with ADRD occurs beyond the dyad, and is a matter of family and community. Culturally-based interventions offered through community and healthcare organizations may be critical to promoting caregiver health.</p>","PeriodicalId":49969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Transcultural Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"10436596241286232"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-09-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142331319","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Shinae Seo, Chun-Ja Kim, Hee Sun Kang, Elizabeth A Schlenk
{"title":"Educational Needs and Priorities of People with Diabetes and Healthcare Providers in South Korea: A Mixed-Methods Study.","authors":"Shinae Seo, Chun-Ja Kim, Hee Sun Kang, Elizabeth A Schlenk","doi":"10.1177/10436596241286230","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/10436596241286230","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Introduction:</b> Effective self-care for managing diabetes requires culturally sensitive and patient-centered education. This study explored the educational needs and priorities of people with diabetes (PWD) and healthcare providers (HCPs). <b>Method:</b> A mixed-methods approach was employed with participants from a university-affiliated hospital in South Korea. Descriptive and content analyses were used for the questionnaire and interview data. <b>Results:</b> Both PWD (n=33) and HCPs (n=42) ranked diabetes-related side-effect management and medication purpose as the most important aspects of diabetes education. PWD had higher educational needs regarding diagnosed diseases and lifestyle modifications than HCPs. Three themes were revealed: incorporating lifestyle changes and medication taking, collaborating with HCPs and caregivers and providing care to meet person-centered mental health needs, and enhancing education on disease and complications. <b>Discussion:</b> Culturally sensitive and patient-centered education programs that recognize communal values, reflect individual preferences and needs, and promote lifestyle changes by leveraging technologies for Korean PWD are crucial.</p>","PeriodicalId":49969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Transcultural Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"10436596241286230"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-09-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142331317","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Nicole Brown, Luanne Billingsley, Douglas D Brown, Lucie Agosta
{"title":"Enhancing Nursing Care through Cultural Competence: Focus on the Inupiat Community.","authors":"Nicole Brown, Luanne Billingsley, Douglas D Brown, Lucie Agosta","doi":"10.1177/10436596241286261","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/10436596241286261","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>This article explores the historical and cultural background of the Inupiat community, highlighting health disparities and emphasizing culturally competent care's role in addressing them.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Inupiat health beliefs, communication styles, family dynamics, and dietary habits are examined in relation to Western medical practices within tribal health systems. Strategies for cultural education include curriculum development, simulations, clinical assignments, and partnerships with Inupiat healthcare professionals.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Challenges in providing culturally competent care to the Inupiat community are identified, including barriers in nursing education and legal implications for nursing practice. Strategies for enhancing nursing cultural competency are outlined.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>This paper advocates integrating cultural competency into nursing practices to improve care for the Inupiat community, focusing on training, education, and policy recommendations. It emphasizes the importance of respecting and integrating Inupiat cultural practices to enhance health outcomes and healthcare experiences.</p>","PeriodicalId":49969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Transcultural Nursing","volume":" ","pages":"10436596241286261"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-09-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142331318","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Catie Cleary, Galilea Dupree, Anna Welling, Janice F. Hernandez, Heather Cuevas, Michael Thomas, Neil Peterson, Sharon D. Horner, Megan Thomas Hebdon
{"title":"Experiences and Supportive Care Needs of Latinx Millennial Caregivers","authors":"Catie Cleary, Galilea Dupree, Anna Welling, Janice F. Hernandez, Heather Cuevas, Michael Thomas, Neil Peterson, Sharon D. Horner, Megan Thomas Hebdon","doi":"10.1177/10436596241274116","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/10436596241274116","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction:Latinx Millennial caregivers are an understudied minority group in the United States. Due to life stage and cultural values, these caregivers struggle to balance conflicting priorities with career, family, and caregiving. They also face systemic barriers and healthcare disparities.Methods:Participants ( N = 29) were recruited locally and nationally. Qualitative data were collected using five focus groups and one individual interview. Interviews were analyzed by seven coders using thematic analysis with an inductive approach.Results:Meta-themes included (a) the Latinx experience with culture, immigrant status, and structural barriers; and (b) being a super caregiver: being everything to everyone. Additional main themes were identified including family well-being, occupational and financial well-being, social support dynamics, challenges and rewards of family caregiving, and coping strategies.Discussion:Clinical interventions for Latinx Millennial caregivers should address cultural background, value of family/community, and systemic barriers for care and support.","PeriodicalId":49969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Transcultural Nursing","volume":"75 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2024-09-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142252103","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pipit Festi Wiliyanarti, Idham Choliq, Uswatun Hasanah, Shu-Yuan Lin
{"title":"Mother’s Experiences in Caring for Children with Stunting in Rural Indonesia","authors":"Pipit Festi Wiliyanarti, Idham Choliq, Uswatun Hasanah, Shu-Yuan Lin","doi":"10.1177/10436596241274264","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/10436596241274264","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction:Stunting is a major health problem in Indonesia. The aim of this study is to explore the experiences of mothers who take care of stunted children in rural Pamekasan Madura, Indonesia.Methods:This research employed a phenomenological approach and conducted in-depth interviews with 11 mothers in rural Pamekasan Madura, Indonesia, using purposive sampling. Data collection took place from June to September 2023.Results:This study presents Madurese mothers’ experiences caring for their children with stunting through two themes and five sub-themes: (a) beliefs passed down for generations: strong ancestral influence on feeding behaviors, traditional food, and traditional health-seeking behavior; and (b) insufficient resources on nutrition: a lack of time and money to provide nutrition-rich food and a lack of nutrition information.Discussion:Cultural beliefs, a lack of nutrition education, and economic barriers contribute to stunting in children. Our findings guide the design of tailored interventions for preventing stunting in Indonesian families and global communities.","PeriodicalId":49969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Transcultural Nursing","volume":"5 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2024-09-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142252104","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Impact of Social Determinants of Health and Acculturation on Quality of Life in Older Chinese American Adults With Chronic Pain: A Quantitative Study","authors":"Chi Lam, Norma Cuellar","doi":"10.1177/10436596241277129","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/10436596241277129","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction:As of 2019, the United States houses 5.3 million Chinese Americans (CA), with 689,000 being older adults. The purpose of this study was to examine the relationships between social determinants of health (SDOH) and acculturation on quality of life in CA older adults, an underresearched area.Methods:Using a quantitative correlational descriptive design, CA older adults ( n = 110) in NYC with chronic pain were examined. Data were collected by utilizing the PRAPARE Screening Tool, Asian American Acculturation Scale, and SF-12 Questionnaire.Results:Regression revealed a negative correlation between SDOH and quality of life ( p = .001). The acculturation’s impact was nonsignificant ( p = .647).Discussion:While SDOH significantly impacted the quality of life, acculturation did not significantly predict the quality of life for older Chinese American adults with chronic pain. Further research is warranted to explore the nuanced dynamics between acculturation, SDOH, and quality of life in this population.","PeriodicalId":49969,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Transcultural Nursing","volume":"40 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.1,"publicationDate":"2024-09-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142252102","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}