The author of this article presents an introduction to the review of Transcultural Concepts in Nursing Care by Boyle and colleagues (2025), a valuable resource for integrating cultural caring into nursing. The text draws on Leininger’s theory of culture and care diversity and universality to provide a comprehensive, holistic view of culture care.
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