https://padlet.com/tashannabooboo/1f5w02faerd91gw8 en-us 2023-10-08 13:06:41 UTC 2023-10-11 14:13:05 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f648.png tashannabooboo https://padlet.com/tashannabooboo/1f5w02faerd91gw8/wish/2737055730 To me, health is a condition of physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing in which the body performs properly and is free of illness or disease. It calls for balance,ability, and the capacity to live life to the fullest. Health is a dynamic balance that enables us to pursue our goals and dreams with strength and courage.]]> 2023-10-08 14:00:35 UTC https://padlet.com/tashannabooboo/1f5w02faerd91gw8/wish/2737055730 tashannabooboo https://padlet.com/tashannabooboo/1f5w02faerd91gw8/wish/2737058649 Into my nursing journey,  I have continually engaged in serious self reflection about my cultural values, beliefs, and views, seeking to implement Competency Standard 12.1 in my nursing practice. My constant self awareness provides me with a thorough grasp of how my cultural background may influence my encounters with patients from other cultural landscapes. By embracing this self awareness, I strive to provide great culturally responsive care by admitting and correcting my own preconceptions, guaranteeing steadfast respect for each patient's independence, and making culturally appropriate healthcare decisions. This dedication enables me to constantly deliver person centered, honourable treatment while adhering to the ideals of fairness, accessibility, quality, dignity, and effective communication.  My commitment to this reflective practice highlights an unusually insightful and thorough approach to Domain 7, highlighting my commitment to culturally responsive clinical practice.

• COMPETENCY STANDARDS FRAMEWORK FOR CLINICIANS. (2019, January). Culturally Responsive Clinical Practice . Retrieved from https://moodleprod.murdoch.edu.au/pluginfile.php/3573073/mod_resource/content/1/Culturally-responsive-clinical-practice-Working-with-people-from-migrant-and-refugee-backgrounds-Jan2019.pdf

]]> 2023-10-08 14:05:17 UTC https://padlet.com/tashannabooboo/1f5w02faerd91gw8/wish/2737058649 tashannabooboo https://padlet.com/tashannabooboo/1f5w02faerd91gw8/wish/2737687891 The impact of social determinants on the health and wellbeing of migrants and refugees in Australia is important, they are the conditions in which people are born, grow, work, live, and age, and the wider set of forces and systems shaping the conditions of daily life. These forces and systems include economic policies and systems, development agendas, social norms, social policies and political systems (WHO, n.d). It is important emphasizing the urgency of addressing these problems. To begin with, housing is key many migrants and refugees experience difficulties in obtaining safe and cheap accommodation, resulting in overcrowding and bad living conditions. This may worsen physical and mental health difficulties while also heightening vulnerability.

Secondly, education is important in combining the two towards their health outcomes. Language challenges and limited access to education might make it difficult for them to navigate the healthcare system, comprehend health information, and make educated decisions, harming their health.

Finally, access to cheap healthcare services is extremely important. Despite Australia's universal healthcare system, cultural and language obstacles can prevent migrants and refugees from obtaining care in a timely manner, resulting in delayed diagnoses and inferior health outcomes. It is critical to address these socioeconomic factors thoroughly in order to ensure the health and wellbeing of this varies community.

• WHO. (n.d.). Social Determinants of Health. Retrieved from https://www.who.int/health-topics/social-determinants-of-health#tab=tab_1

]]> 2023-10-09 07:05:08 UTC https://padlet.com/tashannabooboo/1f5w02faerd91gw8/wish/2737687891 tashannabooboo https://padlet.com/tashannabooboo/1f5w02faerd91gw8/wish/2739176489 Ongoing violence and conflict in Sudan has resulted in over 4.3 million displaced people. It is currently the third largest refugee crisis in the world, with 63% of those refugees being children (Refugee Council, 2023). Refugees from economically disadvantaged nations, such as Sudan frequently suffer substantial health issues upon arrival in Australia, according to the Australian refugee health practice guide.

Three frequent health issues they may present with are:
Malnutrition: Many refugees come severely malnourished as a result of lengthy periods of insufficient food availability. Treatment methods include nutritional screening assessments held by dietitian, balanced diet meals, nutritional supplements referred by medical professionals. 

Mental Health Issues: Trauma from conflict and displacement can result in anxiety, sadness, and post traumatic stress disorder. According to the advice, treatment may include counselling each state and territory has a specialised torture and trauma counselling service for people from refugee backgrounds, prescribed medicine and referred  access to mental health resources available.

Infectious Diseases: Refugees may carry infectious illnesses such as (TB) tuberculosis & hepatitis. Treatment consists of screening, diagnosis, and necessary medical procedures according with Australian health guidelines.

This overall strategy is consistent with national multicultural health goals, promoting refugees wellbeing and effective incorporation into Australian society.

• Refugee Council. (2023, March). Refugee Council of Australia . Retrieved from https://www.refugeecouncil.org.au/refugees-of-sudan/
• Refugee health. (n.d.). The Australian Refugee Health Practice Guide. Retrieved from https://refugeehealthguide.org.au/
• Wallpaper Cave. (n.d). Sudan. Retrieved from https://wallpapercave.com/w/wp4205323

]]> 2023-10-10 03:28:27 UTC https://padlet.com/tashannabooboo/1f5w02faerd91gw8/wish/2739176489 tashannabooboo https://padlet.com/tashannabooboo/1f5w02faerd91gw8/wish/2739310703 Somalia is known for its diversified cuisine with classics such sambuusa, savory are stuffed triangular pastries that are particularly popular appetizers eaten not just during Ramadan, but also on any other occasion as an appetizer. They come with a variety of fillings playing an important role in the country's cuisine legacy. This foods highly popular for their distinct flavours and serve as a representation of Somali culture and tradition. 

• My Somali Food. (n.d). Somali Sambusa . Retrieved from https://www.mysomalifood.com/somali-sambusa/

]]> 2023-10-10 05:28:31 UTC https://padlet.com/tashannabooboo/1f5w02faerd91gw8/wish/2739310703 tashannabooboo https://padlet.com/tashannabooboo/1f5w02faerd91gw8/wish/2739326266 As seen on the 1 Minute video provided above, Dhaanto is a vibrant and rhythmic traditional Somali dance style that is strongly established in Somali culture. It entails complicated footwork and expressive gestures that are frequently done on important events such as weddings and festivities to show the colourful spirit of the Somali people.]]> 2023-10-10 05:43:31 UTC https://padlet.com/tashannabooboo/1f5w02faerd91gw8/wish/2739326266 tashannabooboo https://padlet.com/tashannabooboo/1f5w02faerd91gw8/wish/2739367417 Traditional medicine in Somali culture frequently includes the use of herbal medicines 'Wadaad' and spiritual healing practices 'Koran'. Depending on how bad a persons health is to sustain health, many Somalis believe in the healing power of herbal medicines, rituals and the impact of supernatural forces. In Somali society, this cultural approach on healthcare coexists with today's modern medical practices.

• Sci Dev. (2013). Integrating modern & traditional medicine. Retrieved from https://www.scidev.net/global/spotlight/integrating-modern-traditional-medicine/
• Hassan Ismail Yusuf, A. S. (2021, July 23). Somali Medical Archives. Retrieved from https://somalimedicalarchives.org/archive/historical-archive/263-traditional-medical-practices-in-some-somali-communities
  
  

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