1803NRS Assignment: Australian Healthcare System Influences Analysis

This essay provides a comprehensive analysis of the Australian healthcare system, focusing on two key influences: historical and political factors. The historical influence of British colonization and its devastating effects on the Indigenous population are discussed, including dispossession, disease, and racism, leading to significant health disparities. The essay highlights the impact of racism in healthcare settings, resulting in unequal access and culturally inappropriate treatment, which contributes to chronic diseases and mental health issues among Indigenous Australians. The political influence on health policy is also examined, emphasizing the need for policies that address Indigenous health issues as a national priority. The role of Registered Nurses (RNs) in promoting cultural competence, social justice, and health equity is underscored, emphasizing the importance of culturally appropriate care and the need to address systemic discrimination. The essay concludes by emphasizing the need for research, policy, and healthcare professional collaboration to improve health outcomes and achieve a more equitable healthcare system for Indigenous Australians. The essay also emphasizes the role of nurses in influencing policy and practice to address health disparities and improve patient outcomes.