In this paper we investigated how the use of culturally congruent images, that is images that depict a client’s race, ethnicity, or culture, can improve adherence to the treatment plan. Through a review of existing literature, we found that inclusion of culturally reflective media in educational handouts leads to stronger identification with materials and better adherence.
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Throughout the semester, we have been learning about evidenced based practice, and trying to start an initiate on our own. As a small team of students, my group searched existing literature to discover how culturally congruent images in patient education can lead to better adherence to treatment plans. While we did learn more about culturally …
Before starting the assignments, I had a basic understanding of the nurses role for the contribution of ethical research but it was expanded on. The CITI trainings provided a lot of specific cases for conducting research in instances that my brain wouldn’t have thought of on my own, like research conducted in another country, or …
Through the evidence appraisal and synthesis, I learned that using culturally congruent images in patient education is almost always the right move in terms of improving outcomes. Before starting this project, I would have assumed that using images that depicts members of the community you’re trying to treat would always be the right decision …
I expect my group to work together as a team throughout this semester in drafting and submitting our final paper. Working as a team means we have each other’s backs and are open to collaborating with one another throughout the coming weeks. We plan to hold each other accountable by doling out tasks equally to …
