Abstract

The purpose of this presentation is to demonstrate the need for a more LGBT inclusive nursing curriculum. This presentation explores LGBT content, while discussing areas for further research, implications for the practice of nursing education, and reducing health disparities among LGBT patients.

Description

45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.

Author Details

Shawn Frapp, MSN, RN, CCRN; Jennifer Graber, EdD, APRN, PMHCNS-BC -- School of Nursing, University of Delaware, Newark, Delaware, USA

Sigma Membership

Xi Delta

Lead Author Affiliation

University of Delaware, Newark, Delaware, USA

Type

Presentation

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

N/A

Keywords:

LGBT Content, Nursing Curriculum, Nursing Students

Conference Name

45th Biennial Convention

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Washington, DC, USA

Conference Year

2019

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Teaching cultural competence: Incorporating LGBT content into the nursing curriculum

Washington, DC, USA

The purpose of this presentation is to demonstrate the need for a more LGBT inclusive nursing curriculum. This presentation explores LGBT content, while discussing areas for further research, implications for the practice of nursing education, and reducing health disparities among LGBT patients.