A nurse wishes to develop cultural competence. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
a. Complete a survey of all the various ethnicities represented in the nurse's community.
b. Consider how the nurse's own personal beliefs and decisions are reflective of his or her culture.
c. Invite a family from another culture to join the nurse for an event.
d. Study the beliefs and traditions of persons living in other cultures.
ANS: B
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