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Promoting Dignity and Respect in Patient Care Training

American Medical Compliance

In the Promoting Dignity and Respect in Patient Care Training, healthcare providers learn how to uphold patients rights, communicate with respect, and recognize potential biases that may affect care. As an institution, medicine has adopted and implemented practices and policies that promote structural racism.

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Nursing: Leading the Charge for Healthcare Diversity

Diversity Nursing

Among healthcare professionals, Nurses have emerged as champions for diversity, leveraging their unique positions as caregivers, educators, and advocates to lead the charge. Let's take a look at how Nursing is transforming healthcare by embracing and promoting diversity.

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American Nurses Foundation Awards $339,000 Grant to HBCU Nursing Program to Support Education for Male Nurses of Color

Minority Nurse

The American Nurses Foundation has made a significant stride in promoting diversity in nursing education by awarding one of its prestigious nursing research grants, Diversify Nursing Research through Support of Minority Institutions.

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A Nurse’s Call to Action: Supporting DEI in Healthcare

Diversity Nursing

Nurses, as frontline caregivers, have a unique opportunity to lead the charge in pushing for policies and practices that promote equitable care. Advocate for Policy Change Support legislation and hospital policies that promote equity in healthcare access and delivery. People desire healthcare that is based on compassion and respect.

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The Importance of Patient Education

Diversity Nursing

Patient education is a crucial aspect of the Nursing practice, because it empowers patients to take an active role in their own healthcare. Nurses serve as educators, providing patients and their families with the knowledge and skills they need to make informed decisions about their health and well-being.

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Promoting health literacy

American Nurse

Evidence-based patient education guidelines Takeaways Health literacy relates to an individual’s ability to find, understand, and use healthcare information and services. Only one in ten people have proficient health literacy. Healthcare professionals frequently focus on implementing education—telling the patient what to do.

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The Role of Reporting in Combatting Nursing Home Abuse 

American Medical Compliance

Overcoming Barriers to Reporting Healthcare providers can address barriers to reporting through: Training and Education : Regular training sessions on recognizing and reporting nursing home abuse equip staff with the necessary skills and confidence.