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Case Studies and Cultural Competence
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Overview of Issues
Case 1: Lanesha Johnson. This case examines social, emotional and cultural factors that affect non-adherence.
Case Study 2 - A 4-year old Hispanic with Asthma
Case Study 3 - A 1 year old Hasidic Jew with cystic fibrosis
Case Study 4 - A 12-year old Caucasian with obstructive sleep apnea
Case Study 5 - An 8 year old with asthma exploring complementary medicine
Case Study 6 - a 7 year old gypsy with sleep apnea

This project was supported in full by a grant from the Maternal and Child Health Bureau (Title V, Social Security Act), Health Resources and Services Administration, United States Department of Health and Human Services, Project T72MC90008, University of Wisconsin Pediatric Pulmonary Center.