Racial Bias among Hispanic Nurses in the American Healthcare System. Impact on the level of attentiveness towards patients

Zoe Aguilera

• Publisher: GRIN Verlag
• Year: 2023
• Edition: 1
• eBook ISBN:
  9783346946607
• Topic: Medicine
• Subtopic: Clinical Medicine

Seminar paper from the year 2023 in the subject Medicine - Hospital Environment, Clinical Medicine, , course: AP Capstone Research, language: English, abstract: Imagine a world where the color of your skin subtly dictates the quality of medical care you receive. This groundbreaking exploration delves into the uncomfortable truths of racial bias within the healthcare system, specifically examining the impact of biological racial biases held by middle-aged Hispanic nurses in Miami on their attentiveness towards patients of racial minorities. Unveiling a landscape riddled with healthcare disparities, this study meticulously dissects the prevalence of both implicit and explicit biases, revealing how unconscious prejudices can insidiously compromise patient care. Through a comprehensive literature review, the research uncovers the disturbing correlation between false biological beliefs – such as unfounded assumptions about pain tolerance – and racially biased treatment, impacting minority patients and widening the chasm of healthcare inequity. From the subtle nuances of cultural bias to the overt manifestations of clinical neglect, this investigation exposes the systemic issues that perpetuate unequal treatment, prompting a critical re-evaluation of medical practices and professional conduct. This book confronts the uncomfortable reality of how deeply ingrained societal prejudices can manifest within the medical profession, emphasizing the urgent need for awareness, education, and systemic change to ensure equitable and just healthcare for all. Explore the roots of racial bias in healthcare, the influence of societal and educational factors, and the potential for improved patient outcomes through culturally competent and bias-aware medical practice. This book sheds light on the dark corners of healthcare inequity, urging readers to confront uncomfortable truths and advocate for a more just and equitable system for all patients, regardless of their race or ethnicity. By exploring the nuances of implicit bias, the impact of aging on unconscious prejudices, and the dangers of perpetuating false biological beliefs, this research serves as a crucial resource for healthcare professionals, policymakers, and anyone committed to dismantling systemic racism within the medical field and promoting inclusive and equitable patient care. Discover the surprising ways in which unconscious biases can influence medical decisions, the historical context that continues to shape present-day disparities, and the critical steps needed to bridge the gap in healthcare access and quality for minority populations. Prepare to be challenged, informed, and inspired to become an agent of change in the fight for healthcare equity.