Question

REVIEW QUESTIONS 1. Define patient-centered care. 2. Discuss the domains of Maslow's hierarchy. 3. What is body image? In what ways does body image influ- ence a patient's anxieties about surgery? 4. What methods would you use in therapeutic communi- cation? 5. Define cultural competence. Why is cultural competence important in health care? What is the difference between cultural competence and diversity awareness?

Answer 1

1) Patient centered care :

Patient centered care is also known as person centered care  and mainly focuses on the patient and his or health needs .

In patient centered care the patient and his family is a source of knowledge and control

Patient centered care consider values , needs and individual patient preferences in taking clinical decisions .

Dimensions of patient centered care :

• Respect for patient preferences
• Emotional support
• Physical comfort
• Information and education
• Integration and coordination of care
• Communication with family and friends
• Continuity and transition
• Access to care