Culture change is a process that seeks to transform nursing society from being a restrictive area to a vibrant community for older adults and those who give them care. The main aim of a change in nursing and healthcare is to develop the resident and staff to become more empowered, self-determined and decision-makers. Culture affects the perceptions of health and beliefs (Daly & Jackson, 2020) causes of diseases among people; this has made it difficult for nursing and healthcare to handle patients since they are not easily convinced about their health.
Throughout the course, culture has been portrayed to bring change in the nursing and healthcare community. These cultural changes include invention, economy, and globalization, among others. Culture has also brought issues in healthcare that cause a lot of trouble to the staff and patients. It has brought up insecurity in engaging with patients and misunderstanding of patients by staff. Culture change brings more meaningful relationships and services that enhance caregivers and staff care for the elderly in nursing healthcare. Culture also brings cultural respect, which is critical and reduces health. High-quality healthcare is improved, which is respectful and responsive to fulfilling the needs of diverse patients.
Culture is important since it helps nurses understand the patient’s problems and their influences on the perception of illness. This knowledge helps nurses know and determine the appropriate approach to help that fits the patient’s cultural beliefs and values. The main strategy that nurses should use in the future to improve the culture is to transform the healthcare workplace culture by empowering the nurses and caregivers in the health facility and leading the transition to value-based care.
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Daly, J., & Jackson, D. (2020). Contexts of nursing: An introduction. Elsevier Health Sciences.