When planning and providing care to a client of a different culture, the nurse utilizes techniques to enhance communication and implement appropriate and effective interactions
The nurse is utilizing the concepts of culturally competent care that are included in which of the following regulatory bodies' expectations? (Select all that apply.)
1. American Nurses Association Core Competencies
2. International Council of Nurses Code of Nursing
3. National Patient Safety Goals
4. Joint Commission standards
5. American Academy of Nursing Professional Responsibilities
6. American Nurses Association 1991 Position Statement
3, 4, 5, 6
The concept of culturally competent nursing care is emphasized in the American Nurses Association position statement of 1991, the American Academy of Nursing's professional responsibilities, the Joint Commission standards, and the National Patient Safety Goals. The American Nurses Association Core Competencies and the International Council of Nurses Code of Nursing do not address culturally competent care.
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