Reference no: EM133831995

Question

Y.N, 45 year old Vietnamese woman, reports of chronic fatigue, headaches, and difficulty sleeping. She mentions recent feelings of sadness and stress due to balancing work and family obligations. Y.N immigrated to the United States 10 years ago. She works long hours as a seamstress and is the primary financial provider for her family. Y.N values strong family ties and often prioritizes her family needs over her wellbeing. Culturally, Y.N prefers traditional home remedies for health issues. Understanding the Patient's Symptoms: The Theory of Cultural Care emphasizes understanding and respecting cultural differences in healthcare practices. For Y.N, this framework suggests that her symptoms of fatigue and sadness may be partially related to the stress of acculturation and balancing her family's cultural expectations with those of a new country. Leininger's theory would guid the healthcare provider to consider Maria's strong cultural value as a potential stressor and source of comfort. Recommended Initial Intervention: Based on the Theory of Cultural Care, a culturally sensitive intervention for Y.N would be to integrate her cultural health practices into her care plan. An initial recommendation might involve suggesting a holistic care approach that includes encouraging Y.N to continue her traditional remedies alongside medical treatment.