Diversity and Cultural Competence in Healthcare
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What is the main focus of cultural competence?

  • Understanding biologic variations
  • Adapting to different time orientations
  • Conveying and receiving information effectively
  • Respecting different cultural practices (correct)

    • Why is the ability to convey and receive information important in cultural competence?

  • To facilitate understanding and lessen miscommunication (correct)
  • To encourage tradition and doing things as they have always been done
  • To lessen regard for health care providers
  • To preserve cultural concepts

    • What is a characteristic of present-oriented cultures?

  • Focusing on here and now (correct)
  • Valuing tradition and doing things as they have always been done
  • Neglecting preventative care measures
  • Placing great value on decisions made by the elders

    • Why is it important for healthcare providers to understand biologic variations?

    <p>To secure diagnosis and provide treatment based on these variations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of failure to understand and respect different cultural practices?

    <p>Lessen regard for health care providers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of healthcare providers in relation to environmental control in different cultures?

    <p>To provide adequate treatment while preserving cultural concepts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of cultural competence focuses on the patterns of behaviors related to cultures?

    <p>Social organizations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main message of the text?

    <p>To embrace diversity and respect cultural differences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the key things to always keep in mind in healthcare, based on the text?

    <p>To embrace multiculturalism and treat all persons regardless of their situation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which cultures may people be hesitant to try new medical procedures or treatments due to valuing tradition and doing things as they have always been done?

    <p>People from England and China</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the text mention 'He could be your doctor'?

    <p>To discourage making assumptions about people based on their looks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key element of cultural competence that involves recognizing the value of empathy and practicing it?

    <p>Helping others understand the value of multiculturalism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should healthcare providers do to lessen miscommunication due to differences in space distance among cultures?

    <p>Respect different cultural practices related to space distance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In healthcare, what does the text imply about treating individuals?

    <p>Treatment should be provided regardless of the patient's condition in life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the attitude the text encourages towards biases?

    <p>Acknowledging biases and seeking to understand and overcome them</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should healthcare providers do to show cultural competence in relation to time orientations?

    <p>Acknowledge time orientations in different cultures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for healthcare providers to work with present-oriented cultures?

    <p>To secure diagnosis and provide treatment based on some variations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should healthcare professionals treat individuals with multiple piercings and tattoos?

    <p>Request individuals to limit piercings to one in each ear and cover tattoos during clinical education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus when it comes to treating individuals in healthcare, as per the text?

    <p>'Always keep these things in mind'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text suggest about healthcare professionals' attitudes towards cultural differences?

    <p>They should appreciate the value of multiculturalism and always show empathy for others.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text imply about biases in relation to cultural motivation?

    <p>Biases play a role in culturally motivated expressions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text NOT support regarding outward expressions in healthcare settings?

    <p>Limiting treatment options based on outward expressions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the text mention 'Do not be judgmental or show prejudice'?

    <p>To highlight the importance of acknowledging biases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is expected of healthcare professionals with regard to treating individuals with different cultural backgrounds?

    <p>Seeking to learn from others regardless of their cultural backgrounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age do infants start to develop memories that might bring about bad feelings of something like an x-ray room or lab coats?

    <p>12-18 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What age is considered a toddler?

    <p>1-2 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age do kids begin to think logically?

    <p>5-6 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is middle-aged?

    <p>45-54 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the 2 types of communication?

    <p>Oral and non-verbal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are factors to consider with pediatric patients?

    <p>Fear of separation from parents and understanding of procedures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is emotional intelligence?

    <p>The capacity to comprehend and respond to others' emotions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do we need to understand about the age group of Preschoolers?

    <p>Their limited attention span and developing language skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should healthcare providers do to lessen miscommunication due to differences in space distance among cultures?

    <p>Adjust their approach based on the cultural norms of personal space</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to not cross our arms when we talk to a patient?

    <p>It can be interpreted as a sign of disinterest or defensiveness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is palpation?

    <p>The process of examining a patient's body by touch.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is professional appearance important?

    <p>It can make patients feel more comfortable and reassured.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What considerations do we need to give to seriously ill or traumatized patients?

    <p>Being empathetic and attentive to their emotional needs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What considerations do we need to give to the visually impaired?

    <p>Using descriptive language when giving instructions or explanations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some characteristics of Human Diversity?

    <p>Differences in customs, traditions, and beliefs among people.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by personal bias?

    <p>An individual's subjective and often unfair inclination towards certain beliefs or behaviors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is assimilation?

    <p>'Assimilation' refers to the blending of different cultures into a new and distinct culture.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some US mainstream values?

    <p>'Individualism' and 'equality'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by cultural competency?

    <p>The ability to understand, appreciate, and interact with individuals from different cultural backgrounds.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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