Thank you very much, as this was for someone else, I appreciate greatly for the response. Also, would it be fair to say, confidentiality is the key when speaking to a Somali or the idea of assuring to patient reguraly. Furthermore, keep in mind that most of these patients would be migrants whom just arrived, or have been in the country for a short period of time. Once again, thank you for your detailed response. I will surely use them wisely.

If any chance, anyone had ever went throught the emergency deparment in the US, I would appreciate if you could answer some answer of these question for me.

If any chance, anyone had ever went throught the emergency deparment in the US, I would appreciate if you could answer some of these question, please

Somali Culture - Questions regarding Healthcare. I came across a person who is doing a report of Somali Culture related to Nursing Care in the Hospital, especially the Emergency Department. I would appreciate if you could answers these questions in the most respectfull manner, as its very sensative in regards to how it will be used. Keep in mind these questions are being asked by a non-muslim. -------------------------------------------------- 1) Who should a nurse go through to get accurate information regarding health regarding Somali's? 2) What are Somali people's views regarding taking medication, and pain medication? 3) In cases of domestic abuse, what is the best way to get correct information, and what is the best way to help the vicitm? 4) What is the best way to get information across? (verbal teaching, pamphlets, pictures?) 5) What other cultural tips would be important for nurses to know in order to help take better care of Somali patients? Thank you in advance. (apologies to the admins, as I have also posted the same topic under 'Womens' thread.)

Somali Culture - Questions regarding Healthcare. I came across a person who is doing a report of Somali Culture related to Nursing Care in the Hospital, especially the Emergency Department. I would appreciate if you could answers these questions in the most respectfull manner, as its very sensative in regards to how it will be used. Keep in mind these questions are being asked by a non-muslim. -------------------------------------------------- 1) Who should a nurse go through to get accurate information regarding health regarding Somali's? 2) What are Somali people's views regarding taking medication, and pain medication? 3) In cases of domestic abuse, what is the best way to get correct information, and what is the best way to help the vicitm? 4) What is the best way to get information across? (verbal teaching, pamphlets, pictures?) 5) What other cultural tips would be important for nurses to know in order to help take better care of Somali patients? Thank you in advance.