Transcultural Care - Elsevier E-Book on VitalSource, 1st Edition

by Irena Papadopoulos

Elsevier eBook on VitalSource

ISBN: 9780443126529

Publication Date: 10-17-2025

Page Count: 200

Imprint: Elsevier

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Cultural competence is not just a theoretical concept but a practical necessity. Evidence has established that effective, efficient, and compassionate care in an increasingly diverse world cannot be achieved unless the health workforce is culturally competent. Transcultural Care by Irena Papadopoulos, a leading expert in transcultural health and nursing, offers a comprehensive guide to understanding and implementing cultural competence in healthcare settings. This book and its accompanying videos are designed to help a wide range of students and professionals navigate the complexities of cultural diversity in patient care.

Through a systematic exploration of key concepts such as communication, compassion, and ethical practice, the author introduces the readers to essential cultural competence models, including her own established Papadopoulos, Tilki, and Taylor model. The content also delves into the emerging roles of AI and robotics in healthcare, providing a forward-thinking perspective on how technology intersects with cultural competence. The book also introduces the post-human theory, exploring its relevance to cultural and compassionate competence in health care.

Transcultural Care is not just a textbook, but a practical resource with case studies, exercises, and interesting videos that allow self-paced learning. Whether you are a student, a qualified healthcare professional looking to enhance your skills, or an educator preparing the next generation of culturally competent and compassionate caregivers, this book is an invaluable addition to your library.

Key Features
- Explores fundamental principles of cultural competence and their application in healthcare, written by a leading authority
- Introduces the post-human theory
- Accompanied by engaging videos to break down complex topics into digestible segments
- Includes activities sections and exercises designed to reinforce learning
- Structured layout with Learning Objectives and Key Points for easy reference
- Includes chapters on the impact of COVID-19 and the role of AI and robotics in culturally competent care
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Contents

1. Culture and Its Relevance in Health and Care
2. Cultural Competence for the 21st Century
3. Key Concepts. The Big Six Cs
4. Culturally Competent and Virtuous Leadership
5. Culturally Competent and Compassionate Spiritual Care. Lessons From the COVID-19 Pandemic
6. Cultural Competence in AI and Robotics. Implications for Healthcare and Nursing
Authors

Irena Papadopoulos, Professor of Transcultural Health and Nursing, Head, Research Centre for Transcultural Studies in Health, School of Health and Education,
Middlesex University, The Burroughs, London NW4 4BT, UK.
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