Significance of Cultural Competence and Sensitivity for Maximal Human and Health Services

Cultural Sensitivity and Competencies Discussion Post
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Cultural Sensitivity and Competencies Discussion Post
Cultural sensitivity and competencies are crucial in Healthcare since they contribute to the quality of life and efficient communication. This post shall reflect on the significance of cultural competence and sensitivity for maximal human and health services results in minority groups. This reflection shall include the importance of language and cultural beliefs in Healthcare.
Solving language barriers in Healthcare may enhance communication between patients and medical professionals. If Healthcare does not address language barriers, miscommunication may cause decreased patient safety, reduced quality, and service dissatisfaction. For instance, miscommunication may lead to incorrect diagnoses, increased treatment costs, allergic drug interaction and reaction, and a rising dissatisfaction gap. In this case, cultural sensitivity and competencies are crucial in avoiding language barriers' adverse consequences. Healthcare may achieve cultural sensitivity and competencies by employing bilingual workers, partnering with professional interpreters, and training the staff about cultural s...