What does the National Center for Cultural Competence suggest to assist nurses in giving culturally competent care? (Select all that apply.)
a. Adapting to the diversity found in the community where the nurse is employed
b. Becoming aware of personal cultural values, beliefs, and practices
c. Explaining to each newly admitted client how the American health care system is organized and his or her role in it
d. Learning the effect of sexual orientation and gender on families and communities
e. Refusing to work with any ethnic group other than a nurse's own
f. Using assessment tools to increase understanding of the client's perspective
ANS: A, B, F
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