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Cultural Competence and Diversity in Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
A male nurse stopped crossing his legs while sitting when speaking with specific clients after learning it was offensive to expose the sole of his foot to them. What does this behavior demonstrate?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Cultural skill is the effective integration of cultural knowledge and awareness to meet client needs in this case, ensuring nonverbal communication is respectful.
Question 2 of 5
An American nurse refuses to modify care based on a patient's culture, believing Western medicine is superior. What does this demonstrate?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ethnocentrism is the belief that one's own culture and ways are superior to others. This mindset can hinder culturally competent care.
Question 3 of 5
A Spanish-speaking family comes to the public health department. No one in the family speaks English, and nobody at the health department speaks Spanish. Which of the following actions should be taken by the nurse?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Communication with the client or family is required for a careful assessment. The nurse must obtain an interpreter to ensure effective communication and provide appropriate care.
Question 4 of 5
A client is crying softly and saying, 'What did I do to deserve this punishment, Lord?' Which of the following responses by the nurse would be the most appropriate?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: An open-ended and supportive response allows the client to share feelings without judgment. This promotes therapeutic communication and emotional support.
Question 5 of 5
At a local hospital, the postpartum care policy requires that nurses observe the mother during infant care to assess the mother's ability to care for the new baby and to promote bonding. A new mother expresses concern that in her country, all infant care is provided by other family members so that the mother can rest and recover. Which of the following actions would be taken by a culturally competent nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Culturally competent care respects the client's beliefs and adapts care to their values. The nurse should assess maternal knowledge while respecting cultural norms.