A hospital in an urban area has been identified as delivering culturally competent care. What characteristic will be obvious when entering this organization?
1. Being aware of personal perspectives.
2. Treating all who utilize its services in the same manner.
3. Having conscious adaptation of care to the cultural context.
4. Providing services that are accepting and respectful of diverse populations.
Answer: 4
Explanation: 4. An organization that is culturally competent displays acceptance and respect for other cultures. Its mission and policies support services for diverse populations and adherence to this is monitored. Treating all patients in the same manner is closer to cultural blindness. Conscious adaptation of care to the cultural context and awareness of personal perspectives are characteristics of individual cultural competence.
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