Transcultural Health Care: A Culturally Competent Approach

Noted researchers, educators, and clinicians, from a wealth of backgrounds, use the Purnell twelve-step model to examine more than 30 population groups from a health care perspective. Each brings a personal understanding of the traditions and customs of their societies, providing a unique perspective on the implications for patient care. Prepares the student for the culturally rich and ethnically diverse world in which he or she will be practicing.