Question

America is a "melting pot" with people from a diverse assortment of backgrounds, cultures, and religions and who speak many different languages. What dilemmas could this cause in health care? What skills are necessary for healthcare professionals to work with and treat a diverse array of people? Do you have those skills? If not, what will you have to do to acquire those skills?

Answer 1

Dilemmas:
Lack of communication, because doctors may not always know the same language as their patients.
Cultural limits on medicine, such as Jehovah’s Witnesses not accepting blood transfusions even though it might save them.

Skills Required:
Patience
Communication of complex concepts
Understanding of different cultures

Do you have those skills?
Yes/No

Do to Acquire:
Research another culture and maybe even learn the language if possible