TY - JOUR
T1 - A Concept Analysis of Cultural Sensitivity
AU - Foronda, Cynthia L.
PY - 2008/7
Y1 - 2008/7
N2 - Cultural sensitivity is used ubiquitously, yet different meanings are constructed. An improved understanding of the term as described within health care and in general would enhance nurses’ understanding and communication with professionals and clients. To uncover the current meaning of cultural sensitivity, a concept analysis was performed. Findings included the attributes of knowledge, consideration, understanding, respect, and tailoring. Necessary antecedents were diversity, awareness, and an encounter. The consequences were effective communication, effective intervention, and satisfaction. A definition of cultural sensitivity was proposed. Providers may benefit from recognizing and addressing the identified antecedents and attributes to obtain the positive consequences of employing cultural sensitivity.
AB - Cultural sensitivity is used ubiquitously, yet different meanings are constructed. An improved understanding of the term as described within health care and in general would enhance nurses’ understanding and communication with professionals and clients. To uncover the current meaning of cultural sensitivity, a concept analysis was performed. Findings included the attributes of knowledge, consideration, understanding, respect, and tailoring. Necessary antecedents were diversity, awareness, and an encounter. The consequences were effective communication, effective intervention, and satisfaction. A definition of cultural sensitivity was proposed. Providers may benefit from recognizing and addressing the identified antecedents and attributes to obtain the positive consequences of employing cultural sensitivity.
KW - concept analysis
KW - cultural sensitivity
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U2 - 10.1177/1043659608317093
DO - 10.1177/1043659608317093
M3 - Article
C2 - 18411414
AN - SCOPUS:45349090830
SN - 1043-6596
VL - 19
SP - 207
EP - 212
JO - Journal of Transcultural Nursing
JF - Journal of Transcultural Nursing
IS - 3
ER -