The nurse manager is explaining culturally competent care during a staff meeting. Which statement accurately describes the concept of culturally competent care? "The caregiver:
a. Is able to speak the patient's native language."
b. Possesses some basic knowledge of the patient's cultural background."
c. Applies the proper background knowledge of a patient's cultural background to provide the best possible health care."
d. Understands and attends to the total context of the patient's situation."
ANS: D
Culturally competent implies that the caregiver understands and attends to the total context of the individual's situation. This competency includes awareness of immigration status, stress factors, other social factors, and cultural similarities and differences. It does not require the caregiver to speak the patient's native language.
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