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Key Elements of Cultural Competence
Key Elements of Cultural Competence ( 5 Questions)
A nurse is caring for a client who has recently immigrated from China and does not speak English. Which action by the nurse demonstrates cultural competence?
The nurse demonstrates cultural competence by using an interpreter to communicate with the client and family, ensuring that the information is conveyed accurately and respectfully, and that the client's preferences and needs are understood.
Asking the client to teach the nurse some words in Mandarin. - This is not a culturally competent action, as it may make the client feel uncomfortable or pressured to teach the nurse, and it does not address the communication barrier effectively.
Assuming that the client follows traditional Chinese beliefs and practices. - This is not a culturally competent action, as it may lead to stereotyping and ignoring the individuality and diversity of the client. The nurse should not make assumptions based on the client's ethnicity, but rather ask open-ended questions to assess the client's cultural background, values, and beliefs.
Telling the client that the nurse has visited China before and liked it. - This is not a culturally competent action, as it may come across as superficial or patronizing, and it does not show genuine interest or respect for the client's culture.
Rationale: The nurse demonstrates cultural competence by using an interpreter to communicate with the client and family, ensuring that the information is conveyed accurately and respectfully, and that the client's preferences and needs are understood.
Incorrect options:
B) Asking the client to teach the nurse some words in Mandarin. - This is not a culturally competent action, as it may make the client feel uncomfortable or pressured to teach the nurse, and it does not address the communication barrier effectively.
C) Assuming that the client follows traditional Chinese beliefs and practices. - This is not a culturally competent action, as it may lead to stereotyping and ignoring the individuality and diversity of the client. The nurse should not make assumptions based on the client's ethnicity, but rather ask open-ended questions to assess the client's cultural background, values, and beliefs.
D) Telling the client that the nurse has visited China before and liked it. - This is not a culturally competent action, as it may come across as superficial or patronizing, and it does not show genuine interest or respect for the client's culture.