Author Question: What interrelated constructs facilitate a nurse to become culturally competent? a. Cultural ... (Read 45 times)

torybrooks · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

What interrelated constructs facilitate a nurse to become culturally competent?

a. Cultural diversity, self-awareness, cultural skill, and cultural knowledge
b. Cultural desire, self-awareness, cultural knowledge, and cultural identity
c. Cultural desire, self-awareness, cultural knowledge, and cultural diversity
d. Cultural desire, self-awareness, cultural knowledge, and cultural skill

Question 2

Understanding cultural differences in health care is important because it will help the nurse to understand the manner in which people decide on obtaining treatments and medical care. In independent cultures an individual will

a. put himself first.
b. consult family members for advice.
c. ask for a second opinion.
d. travel great distances to receive the best care.

nital · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The process of cultural competence consists of four interrelated constructs: cultural desire, self-awareness, cultural knowledge, and cultural skill. Cultural diversity in the context of health care refers to achieving the highest level of health care for all people by addressing societal inequalities and historical and contemporary injustices. Cultural identity is the norms, values, beliefs, and behaviors of a culture learned through families and group members.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
In independent cultures, an individual will put himself first in the case of a life-threatening illness, whereas even in dire circumstances, members of collectivist cultures may still consult other family members for the best course of action. In independent cultures, an individual will not consult with other family members, ask for a second opinion, or travel great distances to receive the best care.