Human Diversity

Declaration of pregnancy

A formal statement that must be made in writing, dated, and include the estimated month of conception for fetal monitoring purposes.

Alara

An acronym standing for 'As Low As Reasonably Achievable,' a principle in radiation safety.

Personal Monitoring Device (PMD)

A device worn to monitor an individual's exposure to radiation, used when anticipated to receive one tenth of the recommended dose equivalent limit.

Ethnocentrism

The belief that one's own culture is superior and serves as the standard for judging other cultures.

Racism

The belief that one race or culture is superior to others, often leading to discrimination against perceived inferior races.

Assimilation

The process by which individuals from a minority culture adopt the customs and norms of a dominant culture.

Biculturalism

The ability of individuals to negotiate and function in two culturally distinct environments.

Informed consent

The process of obtaining permission from a patient after ensuring they fully understand the nature of a procedure and any associated risks.

American with Disabilities Act (ADA)

A law enacted in 1990 that mandates reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

Six basic areas of human cultural diversity

Communication, space, time, environmental control, biological variations, and social organizations.

Imposter Syndrome

A psychological pattern where an individual doubts their accomplishments and has a persistent fear of being exposed as a fraud.

Bipolar Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by extreme mood swings that include emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression).

Patient Care

The range of services and support provided to patients in a healthcare setting.

Health Equity

The principle of ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to attain their highest level of health, addressing disparities.

Cultural Competence

The ability of healthcare providers to understand and respond effectively to the cultural and language needs of patients.

Invisible Illness

A chronic illness that is not immediately evident to others but can significantly affect a person's life.

Microaggressions

Everyday subtle, unintentional, and oftentimes dismissive interactions or behaviors that reinforce stereotypes or bias.

Bias

A tendency to favor or lean towards a particular perspective or opinion, which can affect judgment and decision-making.