Which of the following terms implies an appreciation and attention to arts, music, crafts, clothing, and foods of a culture?
a. Cultural competence
b. Cultural sensitivity
c. Cultural beliefs
d. Cultural awareness
ANS: D
Cultural awareness focuses on history and ancestry and emphasizes an appreciation for and attention to arts, music, crafts, celebrations, foods, and traditional clothing. Cultural competence includes the skills and knowledge required to provide effective nursing care. Cultural sensitivity is knowing politically correct language and not making statements that may offend another person's cultural beliefs. Beliefs are assertions that are based on assumptions.
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