A psychiatric–mental health nurse is working on developing cultural competence. Which of the following would be most appropriate for the nurse to do?
A) Research information about the cultures of the population being served after assessing the client.
B) Recognize that one's own culture is the predominant way of addressing a client's health care needs.
C) Assume that any individual of a racial or ethnic group is the same as another individual in that group.
D) Demonstrate an appreciation of, and a genuine interest in, the individual and his or her cultural beliefs.
Ans: D
Cultural competence requires that a nurse demonstrate a willingness and ability to draw on community-based values, traditions, and customs, and that the nurse value patients' cultural beliefs. The nurse needs to demonstrate a genuine interest in, and respect for, the individual and his or her beliefs. The nurse should learn about the client's country of origin and culture before assessing the client. Cultural competence requires the nurse to adjust or recognize his or her own culture in order to understand the client's culture. It also requires the nurse to understand and appreciate the cultural differences and similarities within, among, and between groups. Nurses need to avoid assuming that all individuals of a racial or ethnic group are the same.
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