Nursing assignment
Step 1
Demonstrate your understanding of the following concepts:
1. Compare and contrast personal racism and
systemic/institutional racism (200 words).
2. Briefly discuss the power dynamics associated with
the whiteness of nursing (100 words)
3. Compare and contrast cultural safety and cultural
awareness training (200 words).
Step 2 (100 words)
In accordance with the 5Rs of Reflection Framework,
report and respond to one (1) assumption that you
became aware of through developing new knowledge and
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understanding from the readings, learning activities and
reflective process.
Step 3 (400 words)
Discuss historical (including political and social
determinants of health) factors that have contributed to
institutional racism and white privilege, particularly in
regards to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’
access to health care, education and employment.
Step 4 (300 words)
Discuss how culturally safe nursing practice may challenge
personal and institutional racism that impact on Aboriginal
and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ access to health care.
Step 5
In accordance with the 5Rs of Reflection Framework,
reflect on your reactions (feeling and thoughts) to the
learning materials (required and recommended readings,
videos, lectures and tutorial material).Specifically, report,
respond, relate, reason and reconstruct your perception
of:
1. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and
well-being; and, (200 words)
2. the role of the nursing profession and your role as a
registered nurse in responding to the holistic health
needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
peoples. (300 words)