How have the changing definitions of diversity affected healthcare management and the delivery of healthcare services?
Discussion 1
Cultural Diversity in Healthcare
Read over the information in Chapter 3 of your course text. Provide a substantive 150 to 250 word initial post that fully answers the following questions:
- How have the changing definitions of diversity affected healthcare management and the delivery of healthcare services?
- What is the value of a culturally competent healthcare organization and its staff? How would you measure cultural competence in your organization?
- If you were in charge of an organization with low cultural competency and a highly diverse workforce, what programs would you implement for your organization and why?
- What ethical principles relate to this case scenario?
- What legal principles relate to this scenario?
- What might the legal consequences be to the health care organization if there is a delay in treatment?