The role of nurses in traditional–modern medicine conflict

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In almost all societies around the world, traditional medicine applications are being resorted to for diagnosis and treatment of various diseases. As modern medical methods encounter difficulty in reaching the public and being expensive, traditional medicine methods are preferred to modern medical methods andti can be used more frequently in rural areas. Traditional methods can also be used for a variety of reasons although its scientific validity is discussed. There is a constant conflict between modern medicine and traditional medicine and they often coexist in spite of the fact that modern medicine usually does not approve traditional medicine. The nurse enhances the quality of care by taking into account the cultural characteristics of the individual and broadens the perspective of the nursing. It is the right approach for nurses to avoid conflict with the individual they care for in cultural practices, act together and guide them to develop a healthier lifestyle.
Keywords: Traditional medicine, modern medicine, nurse

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The role of nurses in traditional–modern medicine conflict. (2018). New Trends and Issues Proceedings on Advances in Pure and Applied Sciences, 2018(10), 110–113. https://doi.org/10.18844/gjpaas.v0i10.3751
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