The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) identified certain competencies essential for graduates of baccalaureate nursing programs to provide culturally competent care
Which statements reflect these competencies? (Select all that apply.)
1. Participate in continuous cultural competence development
2. Use relevant data sources and best evidence to provide culturally competent care
3. Reinforce health disparities among populations
4. Promote achievement of safe and quality outcomes of care for diverse populations
5. Defer use of best practice evidence to the case management teams
Correct Answer: 1, 2, 4
The AACN (2008) identified five competencies considered essential for graduates of BSN programs to provide culturally competent care. They are (1) participate in continuous cultural competence development, (2) use relevant data sources and best evidence to provide culturally competent care, (3) promote achievement of safe and quality outcomes of care for diverse populations, (4) apply knowledge of social and cultural factors that affect nursing and health care across multiple contexts, and (5) advocate for social justice, including commitment to the health of vulnerable populations and the elimination of health disparities. Nurses need to understand how cultural groups understand life processes so the nurse can develop an appropriate and individualized care plan to best support the client.
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