Reflection on Cultural Perspective

The purpose of this reflection is to examine changes in cultural perspectives across the lifespan.
Course Outcome
The purpose of this discussion reflection enables the student to meet the following course outcome:
CO 3: Describe culturally competent nursing care across the lifespan. (PO 4)
Directions
Reflection is an activity that involves your deep thought into your own experiences related to the concepts of
the week. Answers should be detailed. In reflections students:
Demonstrate understanding of concepts for the week
Engage in meaningful dialogue with classmates and/or instructor
Express opinions clearly and logically, in a professional manner
Use the rubric on this page as you compose your answers.
Scholarly sources are NOT required for this reflection
Best Practices include:
Participation early in the week is encouraged to stimulate meaningful discussion among classmates and
instructor.
Enter the reflection often during the week to read and learn from posts.
Select different classmates for your reply each week.
Reflection is an activity that involves your deep thought into your own experiences related to the concepts of
the week. Answers should be detailed.
Use the rubric on this page as you compose your answers.
Scholarly sources are NOT required for this reflection.
Reflection Question
Much of our culture comes from what we learn as children. However, culture continues to influence our norms
throughout our lives. Reflect on the learning that you had as a child and your lived experience.
Think of a change in your cultural perspective that is different now from when you were a child.
What influenced you to change your thinking?
How can you use this information in clinical practice?