A nurse works with a diverse population. This nurse can conclude that care planning has been successful when
a. all patients meet the objectives set forth.
b. high levels of compliance are demonstrated.
c. patient care plans are culturally relevant.
d. patients understand what is expected of them.
C
Care plans that are culturally relevant are vital for providing sensitive care to patients from diverse cultures.
Culturally relevant care is the prime goal when working with diverse patients. Just because all patients meet the outcomes set forth does not mean that this overarching goal was met.
Patients may be compliant for many different reasons, but this does not demonstrate culturally competent care.
Patients can understand expectations, but that does not mean they will follow through or find them important. A culturally competent care plan is one that is culturally relevant.
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