Culture, Society and Health
Did you know cultural practices and values have an impact on how we provide healthcare? Are you interested in working with diverse populations? Have you ever thought about your personal bias? Would you like to improve your theoretical and practical skills in cultural competence? Are you ready to learn using more than lectures? If so, we are waiting for you.
At the end of the course the students will be able to:
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Understand patient’s interactive behaviour according to gender, cultural background, and social context.
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Identify social determinants of health.
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Understand how health and illness are socially constructed.
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Analyse the social inequalities that are manifested from the axes of social inequality and the needs that are derived.
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Understand people without prejudice, considering their physical, psychological, and social aspects, and ensuring respect for their opinions, beliefs and values.
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Recognize the importance of transcultural nursing and clinical cultural competence.