Reference no: EM133721945
Questions
1. What impact do you think Aunt Aria's illness had on Ms. Kahananul and how she managed her illness?
2. What are your thoughts about why Ms. Kahananul kept her diagnosis and treatment of cancer a secret from her family and her employer-the gentlemen-even though she supported, transported, and nurtured him daily?
3. Should the healthcare providers have known more about Ms. Kahananul's emotional state and perceptions of her condition? Could this have prevented the downward spiral she experienced? What clues to action may have been missed? Be specific and provide an informed rationale. Do you think you are culturally competent to address the healthcare needs of people from cultures other than your own? How did you develop your knowledge and skillsets that led to your sense of competency?
4. What are best practices for assessing and managing physical symptoms and mood states such as sleep problems, depression, hopelessness, stressors associated with insurance issues, lack of access to essential treatment, and others?
5. How would you design an interdisciplinary plan for Ms. Kahananul's culturally sensitive care and address the short- and long-term issues associated with cancer care, including the fear of death associated with the disease among people in many cultures?