Lived Experiences of Mongolian Immigrant Women Seeking Perinatal Care in the United States

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ID19462880
AuthorsCoreen McClellan (0000-0003-1134-9745, University of Mary, Bismarck, ND, USA, corresponding author), Billie Madler (0000-0003-4271-7993, University of Mary, Bismarck, ND, USA)
Year2022
Volume33
Issue5
Pages594-602
Publication date2022-09-01
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueJournal of Transcultural Nursing (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 1043-6596 • E-ISSN: 1552-7832
PublisherSAGE Publications (PUBLISHER • US)
DOI10.1177/10436596221091689
PMID35535700
OpenAlexW4229441036
LanguageEN
Citations received2
References cited10

INTRODUCTION: There is inadequate information available about many of the smaller minority groups living in the United States. Mongolian culture has unique traditions that warrant understanding to provide culturally congruent care. The purpose of this study was to explore the lived experiences of Mongolian immigrants seeking perinatal care in the United States. METHOD: Using a phenomenological approach, 12 Mongolian women were interviewed using semi-structured interviews. The study follows the "consolidated criteria for reporting qualitative studies" guidelines for qualitative studies. RESULTS: Results focus on successes and failures of the health care system in meeting the needs of these women. DISCUSSION: Cultural communication barriers, disparate health practice beliefs, and limited cultural awareness among providers reduce quality of care. Study findings support practice interventions that enhance provider sensitivity for immigrant women. RELEVANCE TO PRACTICE: Improved cultural awareness of Asian cultures increases sensitivity to the needs of Mongolian women and can help providers deliver high-quality care

Family medicine · Health care · Immigration · Political science · Cultural Competency in Health Care · Global Maternal and Child Health · Medicine · Migration, Health and Trauma · Nursing · Psychology · Gerontology

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