The nurse demonstrates cultural competence when including what components of cultural understanding? (Select all that apply.)
1.
Integration
2.
Intellect
3.
Communication
4.
Sensitivity
5.
Acceptance
ANS: 1, 3, 4, 5
Integration of your nursing knowledge with the cultural needs of the patient results in the patient being better informed and, it is hoped, more cooperative with the healthcare regimen. Communication, based on cultural understanding, provides a strong bridge to identifying the overall needs of a patient. Sensitivity to another's cultural needs provides a mechanism for health-related needs to be met more successfully. Acceptance of the beliefs and characteristics of another person is essential for culturally competent care to be given.
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