Cultural Assessment

1 Description: Communication styles, languages spoken, verbal and non-verbal cues. Example: A patient from a collectivist culture might not openly express pain to avoid burdening others.

COMMUNICATION

2SPACE

3Description: Attitudes towards time, scheduling, and planning. Example: Hispanic cultures may prioritize relationships over punctuality, leading to flexible appointment times.

TIME ORIENTATION

4 Description: Family dynamics, roles, and hierarchy. Example: Asian cultures often involve the eldest son making healthcare decisions for the family.

SOCIAL ORGANIZATION

5 Description: Beliefs about health control and nature's impact on health.

Example: Native American patients may use traditional herbs alongside prescribed

medications for holistic healing.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL

6 Description: Genetic predispositions and variations in disease prevalence. Example: African American patients have higher rates of hypertension, influencing treatment approaches.

BIOLOGICAL VARIATIONS

MIND MAP

Description: Preferred physical distance during interactions. Example: Middle Eastern patients may prefer

closer physical proximity during conversations compared to Western norms.