Increasing cultural competence with LGBTQ patients

Many nurses lack basic education about LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning) patient care. Review this article for insights and strategies that can help nurses recognize health disparities affecting LGBTQ patients, encourage patients to disclose sexual orientation and gender identity to healthcare professionals, and work with LGBTQ patients to improve outcomes.

Nurses can curb LGBTQ bullying in schools

Young people who identify as LGBTQ are more likely to be bullied in schools than their heterosexual counterparts. This article discusses how nurses can play an essential role in recognizing and referring sexual minority youths enduring this victimization.

Culturally competent care for older LGBTQ patients

Discrimination and abuse force many older adults in the LGBTQ community to avoid or delay seeking healthcare. Use the simple tips and strategies outlined here to make these patients feel safe and comfortable.

A guide to fostering an LGBTQ-inclusive workplace

This article offers an actionable discussion on how to create an LGBTQ-inclusive work environment for all healthcare workers.

Dimensions of inclusive care

A young transgender patient sparks the need for an immediate education action plan at one hospital. What can you learn from their experience?

Reaching out to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning patients

This article focuses on three topics pertaining to the LGBTQ community: family structures, legal issues, and ethical concerns that cut across LGBTQ subcommunities.

Delivering LGBTQ-sensitive care

The historic and lingering stigma faced by members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) community is a major contributor to health risks. Learn the best practices critical care nurses can employ to combat the health disparity that challenges this patient population.

Gender confirmation surgery: Critical considerations

The number of transgender patients electing to undergo gender confirmation surgery (GCS) is growing. Still, many healthcare providers are unfamiliar with these procedures and their potential complications. This article explores GCS and postsurgical complications, and provides up-to-date terminology and educational resources.

A center of excellence model for LGBT patient care

Together we can be a positive link to change perceptions about healthcare delivery for our lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender patients and families.

Identifying barriers to teaching LGBT health

Despite recent strides in societal recognition of the LGBT community, barriers still exist in legislation, healthcare, and nursing/medical education. It's imperative that we provide effective care for this population, starting with identifying the barriers to teaching LGBT health.

Addressing transgender patients' barriers to access care

The transgender population faces several barriers to accessing quality medical care in the US healthcare system. This article examines the challenges that prevent this marginalized group from obtaining high-quality healthcare services and discusses how NP advocacy can help create a welcoming environment for transgender patients.

Pelvic pain in transgender men taking testosterone: Assessing the risk of ovarian cancer

Some guidelines on care for transgender men taking testosterone recommend oophorectomy to prevent ovarian cancer, while others recommend following guidelines for females. A review of the literature finds no strong evidence that transgender men are at increased risk for ovarian cancer.

LGBTQIA patients: Initiating a positive healthcare experience with open lines of communication

Part of treating LGBTQ patients with dignity and respect is addressing patients by their appropriate name and/or pronoun.