Title: Describe the influences of cultural diversity on interpersonal relations.
Course: Home Health Aide (14053) > Section: Managing Interpersonal Relations

Description should include

- cultural differences in gender, race, and religion
- cultural differences in communication styles (e.g., eye contact, body language, gestures, personal space)
- health care beliefs (e.g., pain management, birth, illness, death)
- importance of avoiding stereotyping
- importance of acceptance by a client, a client's family, and a home health aide.

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why is it important to respect the difference found in various cultures?
- Where would you find information about cultural diversity pertaining to interpersonal relations?
- How can a home health aide adjust caring for clients with different cultural backgrounds?
- What constitutes culture (e.g., religion, ethnicity)?
- What can be done to improve communication between a non-English speaking client/family and a home health aide?