A patient is from a culture that is unfamiliar to you.
Which action would you take to provide culturally competent care?

Choice A rationale:

While increasing treatment for depression is important, it is not applicable to all age groups as depression is more prevalent in adults.

Choice B rationale:

Increasing employment is a significant indicator, but it is not applicable to children or the elderly who are not in the workforce.

Choice C rationale:

Reducing food insecurity and hunger is applicable to all ages as everyone needs access to nutritious food for health and wellbeing.

Choice D rationale:

Reducing cigarette smoking is crucial, but it is not applicable to all ages, especially children who are not supposed to smoke.

Choice A rationale:

Adhering to standard approaches when providing care may not consider the unique cultural needs of the patient, which can lead to ineffective care.

Choice B rationale:

Encouraging the patient to talk about their culture allows the healthcare provider to gain insight into the patient’s beliefs and practices, which can guide culturally competent care.

Choice C rationale:

While physical needs are important, they are not the only aspect of care. Cultural needs also play a significant role in a patient’s health and wellbeing.

Choice D rationale:

While an interpreter can provide valuable information about a culture, it is more beneficial to hear directly from the patient about their personal cultural practices and beliefs.