Creating Culturally Competent in Health Care Organizations Read chapter 9 of the class textbook and review the attached PowerPoint presentation.  Once done present an analysis of the following case study answering the questions below. Mrs. Li Huan, a 79-year-old Chinese American widow who lives alone in New York City’s Chinatown recently had a cerebrovascular accident (CVA) or stroke. Mrs. Li has right-sided paralysis with partial loss of voluntary movement and sensation in her right arm and leg. Mrs. Li has weak facial muscles, difficulty with speech, and drooling. She experiences numbness and tingling in her arms and legs. Mrs. Li is going to a rehabilitation center known for delivering culturally competent interprofessional care where she is cared for by a team of credentialed health care providers: Dr. Indira Patel, nurse J.J. Johnson, physical therapist Mohammad Abu Said, dietician Maria Gonzalez, and Chinese American herbalist, Chen Minzhe. ( : In traditional Chinese culture, a person’s last name or surname is written first, followed by his/her first name. Therefore, the patient’s last name is Li and the herbalist’s last name is Chen. It is proper etiquette to call a person of Chinese background by his/her title, in this case, Mrs. Li and Mr. Chen until the individual gives you permission to use his/her first name. To further confuse matters, many acculturated Chinese Americans are likely to reverse their first and last names in the typical US or Canadian order. Therefore, it is important to ask the patient, “What is your first name? What is your last name?” Note the correct order on the patient’s chart for other members of the team.) A minimum of 2 evidence-based references besides the class textbook no older than .  You must post two replies to any of your peers on different dates sustained with the proper as well and make sure the references are properly quoted in your assignment. Please make sure to follow the instructions as given and use either spell-check or Grammarly before you post your assignment. Please check your assignment after the week is due because I either made comments or ask for clarification in some statements. Due dates:  Assignment – Wednesday, March 4, 2020, @ 11:59 PM in the discussion tab of the blackboard, and SafeAssign exercise in the assignment tab of the blackboard.

Analysis of Culturally Competent Health Care for Mrs. Li Huan

Introduction

Culturally competent healthcare is essential in providing quality and effective care to individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. This analysis focuses on the case study of Mrs. Li Huan, a 79-year-old Chinese American widow who suffered a stroke. Mrs. Li is receiving care at a rehabilitation center known for delivering culturally competent interprofessional care. This analysis will assess the cultural considerations and the interprofessional team’s role in providing culturally competent care for Mrs. Li.

Cultural Considerations

Understanding and acknowledging cultural considerations is crucial when providing healthcare to individuals from different cultural backgrounds. In the case of Mrs. Li Huan, her Chinese American background necessitates an understanding of cultural norms and practices to deliver culturally competent care. It is important to note that in Chinese culture, the last name is written first, followed by the first name. Therefore, it is proper etiquette to refer to Mrs. Li as “Mrs. Li” until she grants permission to use her first name. This shows respect and acknowledges her cultural background.

Furthermore, it is important to distinguish between traditional Chinese naming practices and the possible acculturation of Chinese Americans. Many acculturated Chinese Americans may choose to reverse their first and last names to conform to the typical order in the United States or Canada. Therefore, healthcare providers should ask patients about their preferred name order to ensure accurate documentation and communication within the care team. Understanding and respecting these naming practices is essential in establishing rapport and trust with patients from Chinese backgrounds.

Interprofessional Team Roles

An interprofessional team approach is crucial in providing comprehensive care to stroke patients like Mrs. Li. Each member of the team plays a vital role in addressing specific aspects of Mrs. Li’s care needs. The healthcare providers involved in Mrs. Li’s care include Dr. Indira Patel, nurse J.J. Johnson, physical therapist Mohammad Abu Said, dietician Maria Gonzalez, and Chinese American herbalist Chen Minzhe. Each team member should apply their expertise while considering Mrs. Li’s cultural background to ensure culturally competent care delivery.

Dr. Indira Patel, as the physician, is responsible for coordinating Mrs. Li’s overall care, including medication management and overseeing her rehabilitation plan. Cultural competence for Dr. Patel involves understanding the impact of Chinese culture on health beliefs and practices, as well as effectively communicating with Mrs. Li and her family.

Nurse J.J. Johnson plays a crucial role in Mrs. Li’s daily care. To provide culturally competent care, Nurse Johnson should understand the cultural norms around personal space, touch, and non-verbal communication in Chinese culture. Additionally, she should adapt her communication style to accommodate any language barriers or preferences Mrs. Li may have.

Physical therapist Mohammad Abu Said focuses on rehabilitating Mrs. Li’s right-sided paralysis. Cultural competence in this role entails tailoring rehabilitation techniques to accommodate any cultural beliefs or preferences regarding physical touch and exercise. Mr. Abu Said should also consider Mrs. Li’s preferred forms of physical activity and adapt the rehabilitation plan accordingly.

Dietician Maria Gonzalez is responsible for ensuring Mrs. Li receives a nutritionally balanced diet that aligns with her cultural beliefs and preferences. Cultural competence for Ms. Gonzalez involves understanding traditional Chinese dietary practices and incorporating them into Mrs. Li’s meal plan. This may include considering concepts of Yin and Yang and incorporating Chinese herbal remedies if appropriate.

Chinese American herbalist Chen Minzhe brings a specific cultural perspective to Mrs. Li’s care. Cultural competence for Mr. Chen involves understanding Mrs. Li’s cultural beliefs around traditional Chinese medicine and incorporating them appropriately into her care plan. Collaboration between Mr. Chen and the rest of the interprofessional team is crucial in ensuring comprehensive and coordinated care for Mrs. Li.

Conclusion

Culturally competent healthcare is essential when providing care to individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. In the case of Mrs. Li Huan, an interprofessional team approach is being employed to ensure culturally competent care delivery. Understanding and respecting her Chinese American cultural background is crucial for each member of the team. By considering cultural considerations and adapting their roles accordingly, the interprofessional team can provide effective and culturally competent care to Mrs. Li Huan.