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It is important to remember that patients are all humans. Some methods to ensure patient dignity are:
• involving patients in their care
• speaking to the patient respectfully
• explaining any procedures that are going to be performed
• treating the patient how you would like to be treated

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• shared system of beliefs, values, and behavior
• provides social structure
• defines roles in society

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• self awareness
• demonstrating knowledge and understanding of a patient's culture
• respecting cultural differences
• being open to new cultural encounters
• cultural competence can be divided into 5 subcategories: knowledge, awareness, desire, skill, and encounter

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• When people are introduced to a new culture, they may experience culture shock.
• Some people are ethnocentric, which means they believe that one's own ideas, beliefs, and practice are superior to others.
• Nurses can combat the culture conflict by becoming culturally competent nurses.

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• In order to promote patient healing and ensure positive outcomes for patients, it is crucial to have a healthy nurse-patient relationship.
• In a healthy nurse-patient relationship the nurse should display professionalism, build trust with the patient, and have good communication skills.
• A nurse should also display cultural competency and respect for patient dignity to help build a positive nurse-patient relationship.

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• always greet your patient
• speak to you patient at eye level
• maintain good eye contact if appropriate
• listen to the patient's concerns