How does your definition compare to the points made about cultural humility in the Topic Material entitled “Reflections on Cultural Humility”?

How does your definition compare to the points made about cultural humility in the Topic Material entitled “Reflections on Cultural Humility”?

Clearly, my definition relates to Waters and Asbills (2013) conceptualization of cultural humility. Like Waters and Asbill (2013), I have suggested a need for continual (lifelong) assessment of self. Waters and Asbill (2013) also suggest a need to recognize the power imbalances that are a result of cultural differences that come about during interaction. I have also considered this dynamic by suggesting the need to understand self and other individuals differences. Waters and Asbill (2013) also suggest a need to develop partnerships with others. My definition takes this idea into perspective, as I have pointed out a need to develop a trustworthy relationship by killing all forms of stereotypes.

Besides cultural humility, describe one other principle necessary when communicating public health content to engage communities to act. Describe a real example of this principle in action.

Another important principle is cultural competence. It places emphasis on the need to learn and understand the belief systems of patients in order to eliminate cultural barriers to communication. This would make it possible for clinical practitioners to communicate in a clear and comprehensible manner to cross-cultural groups (Yeager & Bauer-Wu, 2013). For instance, in a hospital setting, cultural competence would ensure that a white physician is well-prepared to address social and cultural issues, such as Islamic patients’ religious beliefs that may affect a female patient’s decision to be attended to by a female physician.