Case Studies and Cultures
Questions:
• Have you considered the significance of your death? Yes and I am accepting but am living my life today to the fullest.
• Do you believe in life after death? NO
• Where are you on the Cultural Competency Staircase when caring for patients who are terminally ill? How will you progress to the next level?
• How comfortable are you caring for this patient and discussing issues related to her and her family’s death and dying process?
• What cultural information about the patient will you need to obtain culturally sensitive care during the EOL?
• What kinds of psychological, emotional, and spiritual support would you need if given a similar diagnosis?
