3.3 Cultural Diversity

Countries such as the US, Canada, and Australia have large populations of indigenous peoples and immigrants. It is important to understand issues related to cultural diversity in death, dying, and bereavement. General information about approaching death in a multicultural context and specific information about cultural and health issues for specific populations is becoming more accessible.

Read the article and respond to the following:

1			The first article from the Medical Journal of Australia laid out elements contained in the concept of culture. List six of these elements.
2			In discussing cultural variations, give three examples to support the idea that it is "wise not to generalize."
3			List six areas of specific information that Dr. Lickiss says are necessary for cultural competence and awareness.