Demystifying, recognising and combating racism during the pandemic.
Br J Nurs
; 29(21): 1266-1270, 2020 Nov 26.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-948245
ABSTRACT
The increased reports of escalation of social inequalities, xenophobic and racist ideologies during the COVID-19 pandemic presents a growing concern. Nurses are not immune to xenophobia and racism, both as perpetrators and as victims. Although COVID-19 brings a new wave of xenophobia and racism, healthcare organisations have been tackling discriminatory and racist practices for decades. However, racist practice quite often goes undetected or unchallenged due to its associated sensitivity and a lack of understanding of its complexity. There is a need for a more open and non-judgemental discourse around interpretations of racism and its predisposing factors as a means of combating the growing reports. This discussion paper proposes a practice-orientated conceptualisation of racism and outlines some particular and sustainable areas for consideration for nurses to use in their daily practice. Developing self-awareness and nurturing the courage, confidence and commitment to challenge self and others is critical for transforming ethnocentric and racist ideologies.
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Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Racism
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Critical Care Nursing
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COVID-19
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Nursing Staff, Hospital
Type of study:
Etiology study
Limits:
Adult
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
Language:
English
Journal:
Br J Nurs
Year:
2020
Document Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Bjon.2020.29.21.1266
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