Biomedical subjects

L C Callister

Publications and source records attributed to L C Callister.

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Cochrane pregnancy and childbirth database: resource for evidence-based practice.

The Cochrane Pregnancy and Childbirth database is an ongoing meta-analysis of evidence documenting effective health care practices for childbearing women and their neonates. It is proving invaluable to nurse educators, researchers, clinicians, and administrators working in a variety of health care delivery settings. Evidence-based nursing practice that is safe and effective can enhance rather than overpower pivotal and celebratory life events such as childbirth.

Databases, Bibliographic↗

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Culturally competent care of women and newborns: knowledge, attitude, and skills.

In a variety of health care settings throughout the United States and Canada, nurses are caring for women and newborns from culturally diverse backgrounds. In the technologically complex and bureaucratic world of health care delivery, cultural considerations in provision of care often are overlooked and neglected. The purpose of this article is to define ways in which culturally competent nursing care can be implemented. Nursing education and clinical practice guidelines are clear on the importance of gaining cultural competence. Providing culturally competent care includes understanding the dimensions of culture; moving beyond the biophysical to a more holistic approach; and seeking to increase knowledge, change attitudes, and hone clinical skills. Building on the strengths of women rather than utilizing a deficit model of health care is an essential part of providing culturally competent care. The achievement of both measurable and "soft" outcomes related to the delivery of culturally competent care can make a critical difference in the heath and well-being of women and newborns.

Attitude of Health Personnel↗

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Hispanic women's perceptions regarding cervical cancer screening.

OBJECTIVE: To examine factors affecting cervical cancer screening behaviors. DESIGN: Qualitative, descriptive. SETTING: Interviews were conducted in participants' homes. PARTICIPANTS: Purposive sample of 20 Hispanic women 18 to 65 years of age. RESULTS: Participants accessed the health care system primarily during times of illness or in association with impending marriage, obtaining birth control, or childbearing. Barriers to screening participation included personal/cultural and provider/ system factors. Motivators included personal experience with others having cervical cancer, perceived importance of the Pap smear in maintaining health, reduction of financial barriers, and access to culturally appropriate health care. CONCLUSIONS: Factors affecting cervical cancer screening behavior among Hispanic women are identifiable and describable. Knowledge of barriers and motivators can be utilized to design effective nursing interventions and community-based programs.

Adolescent↗