Unit 542 Hispanic Cultural Assessment

Hispanic Cultural
Assessment
Anitra Wilson
Nursing 542
May 31, 2015
Professor Sandra Brown

Hispanic Culture

 The Hispanic/Latino culture is a culture that traces their roots to Spain, Mexico, and the Spanish-speaking nations of Central America, South America and the
Caribbean. The Latino culture within the United States is growing rapidly.
 Census 17% of Louisiana's population is Hispanic.
 2.5% of the population in Winn Parish is Hispanic.

 As of April 1, 2010: 50.5 million Hispanics, 16.3% of total population of 308.7 million (census.gov)

Hispanic Culture

o Ethnic and Cultural Health Practices o Health is related to religion o Treat illness through promises with God and prayer o Use folk healers

o Religious Belief Systems o Primary