Abstract
The chapter identifies key historical influences on contemporary health and health outcomes for First Nations. It explains the relevance and appropriateness of primary health care (PHC) and culturally responsive practice for First Nations' contexts. It articulates the principles of cultural safety, and identifies the main focus of the community nursing role when delivering PHC with First Nations communities in a health-promoting way.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | An introduction to community and primary health care |
| Editors | Diana Guzys, Elizabeth Halcomb |
| Place of Publication | United Kingdom |
| Publisher | CAMBRIDGE UNIV PRESS |
| Chapter | 5 |
| Pages | 70-89 |
| Number of pages | 19 |
| Volume | 1 |
| Edition | 4 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9781009464659 |
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| Publication status | Published - 2025 |