OAR 943-090-0010
Definitions
(1)
“Authority” means the Oregon Health Authority.(2)
“Continuing Education” means a unit or units of education as defined by each board to which this statute is applicable.(3)
“Cultural competence” means a life-long process of examining values and beliefs and developing and applying an inclusive approach to health care practice in a manner that recognizes the context and complexities of provider-patient communication and interaction and preserves the dignity of individuals, families and communities.(a)
Cultural competence applies to all patients.(b)
Culturally competent providers do not make assumptions on the basis of an individual’s actual or perceived abilities, disabilities or traits whether inherent, genetic or developmental including: race, color, spiritual beliefs, creed, age, tribal affiliation, national origin, immigration or refugee status, marital status, socio-economic status, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, gender transition status, level of formal education, physical or mental disability, medical condition or any consideration recognized under federal, state and local law.(4)
“Patient” represents individuals in the broadest spectrum of the roles in health and home care services, including but not limited to: patient, consumer, client, patient representative, resident, and patient family or community.(5)
“Provider” represents individuals in the broadest spectrum of roles in health and home care services, including but not limited to: physicians, nurses, social workers, medical technicians, traditional health workers, and home care and personal support workers.
Source:
Rule 943-090-0010 — Definitions, https://secure.sos.state.or.us/oard/view.action?ruleNumber=943-090-0010.