Cultural and ethical issues in working with culturally diverse patients and their families:the use of the culturagram to promote cultural competent practice in health care settings

Abstract

In all aspects of health and mental health care-the emergency room, the outpatient clinic, inpatient facilities, rehab centers, nursing homes, and hospices-social workers interact with patients from many different cultures. This paper will introduce an assessment tool for health care professionals to advance understanding of culturally diverse patients and their families.