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Introduction to Cultural Competence and Diversity in Healthcare
Introduction to Cultural Competence and Diversity in Healthcare ( 6 Questions)
A nurse is caring for a client who identifies as transgender and is undergoing hormone therapy. What is the most appropriate way for the nurse to address the client?
The nurse should respect the client's identity and preferences and address them by their preferred name and pronouns, regardless of their legal name or biological sex. This demonstrates cultural competence and sensitivity and promotes a trusting relationship.
By their legal name and biological sex - This is an inappropriate way to address the client, as it disregards their identity and preferences and may cause distress or harm.
By a gender-neutral term such as "they" or "them" - This may be acceptable if the client has indicated that they prefer a gender-neutral term, but it should not be assumed without asking the client first.
By avoiding any direct reference to the client - This is an inappropriate way to address the client, as it implies that the nurse is uncomfortable or unwilling to acknowledge the client's identity and may create a barrier to communication and care.
Rationale: The nurse should respect the client's identity and preferences and address them by their preferred name and pronouns, regardless of their legal name or biological sex. This demonstrates cultural competence and sensitivity and promotes a trusting relationship.
Incorrect options:
B) By their legal name and biological sex - This is an inappropriate way to address the client, as it disregards their identity and preferences and may cause distress or harm.
C) By a gender-neutral term such as "they" or "them" - This may be acceptable if the client has indicated that they prefer a gender-neutral term, but it should not be assumed without asking the client first.
D) By avoiding any direct reference to the client - This is an inappropriate way to address the client, as it implies that the nurse is uncomfortable or unwilling to acknowledge the client's identity and may create a barrier to communication and care.