Which of the following best describes a nurse with cultural sensitivity?
a. a person who knows the stereotypical practices and beliefs of a large number of cultural groups
b. one who has awareness and appreciation of cultural influences on health care and respect for differences in cultural beliefs and values
c. a health care professional who comes from a minority ethnic group and who has experienced cultural bias
d. a nurse who attends an annual conference on working with clients from various cultural groups
B
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A Incorrect. To know is not to be self-aware and is not to appreciate other cultures, their practices, beliefs, and values.
B Correct. Cultural sensitivity means having an awareness and appreciation of cultural influences in health care and being respectful of differences in cultural belief systems and values.
C Incorrect. Cultural sensitivity must be broader than any single ethnic group or experience.
D Incorrect. Knowledge informs awareness, conferences are always great for CE credits, but does not necessarily rise to the level of respectfulness.
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