Takeaway Thoughts
The current quality of managing the needs of the representatives of the LGBT community needs a significant improvement (Waki et al., 2017). Particularly, it is crucial to explore the strategies for establishing trust-based relationships between a patient and a therapist so that the further communication process could remain consistent and efficient. The study carried out by Israel, Gorcheva, Burnes, and Walther (2008) shows that, apart from having essential communication skills and being proficient I the required area of nursing, one must have no prejudices against the members of the LGBT community and promote the active social support as the foundation for successful therapy. The choice of a flexible location and the willingness to accommodate patients’ needs should be viewed as the key components of a successful approach toward designing a therapeutic framework for a member of the LGBT community (Israel et al., 2008).
Positive Impact
When I become an NP, I will strive to focus on the unique characteristics of LGBT patients. I will avoid using stereotypical interpretations of LGBT members and their characteristics, instead, engaging in the active exploration of culture-specific qualities of patients. Furthermore, it will be crucial to design the approach that will allow for an open and uninhibited dialogue with the target population. As a result, a positive strategy for meeting the needs of LGBT patients will be designed.
Interventions
To address the presence of health disparities regarding meeting the needs of LGBT people, a nurse must consider using the patient-centered communication technique. Moreover, the adoption of the approach based on educational interventions will be helpful to subvert some of the existing stereotypes. Thus, efficient care and a faster recovery will become a possibility.
References
Israel, T., Gorcheva, R., Burnes, T. R., & Walther, W. A. (2008). Helpful and unhelpful therapy experiences of LGBT clients. Psychotherapy Research, 18(3), 294-305. Web.
Waki, A., Nishimura, Y. H., Iwai, M., Okamoto, G., Ito, M., & Hidaka, Y. (2017). Effectiveness of a training program for improving public health nurses’ attitudes and confidence in dealing with men who have sex with men. Open Journal of Nursing, 7(2), 169-185. Web.