Journal of Clinical Research & Bioethics

Abstract

Culturally Incompetent Care: Endangers Life

Shah NB

Antenatal care is an important aspect of the mother and child health from conception to delivery of foetus. Woman’s physical and mental preparation is one of the main purposes of this care for a successful labor and delivery process. The midwives play an important role in antenatal care especially in remote areas of Pakistan, where the people are bound to cultural norms. Culture plays an important role in the treatment and care of every individual. It is much important for the healthcare providers only provide to culturally appropriate care but also to prevent the patient from any inappropriate care, in order to prevent unwanted consequences. This is also important for healthcare providers to maintain healthy and therapeutic relationship with their patients, which definitely influence health related outcomes. It is also the sole responsibility of the organization to educate and train its staff on cultural competence and cultural sensitivity so that patient satisfaction with care could be improved and there would be less room for undesirable consequences.