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Cultural Competence and Diversity in Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
States have certain continuing education requirements for persons to renew a nursing
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Legislation and regulation. Nursing continuing education requirements are typically established through legislation (laws) and regulations set forth by governing bodies. This type of law governs the specific rules and standards that nurses must adhere to for renewal. Constitutional law (B) pertains to the fundamental principles outlined in a country's constitution. Judicial and common law (D) are based on court decisions and legal precedents, which are not directly involved in setting continuing education requirements for nursing renewal. Choice A is not relevant to the question as it does not pertain to the specific type of law used for establishing continuing education requirements.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse who is working in a home care setting attends a local legislative meeting. Which of the following best describes why the nurse needs to be knowledgeable of health policy?
Correct Answer:
Rationale: Correct Answer: A: Provide safe nursing care Rationale: 1. Understanding health policy helps in making informed decisions for safe nursing care. 2. Knowledge of policies ensures compliance with regulations, promoting patient safety. 3. It allows the nurse to advocate for resources and support needed for quality care. Summary: B, C, D are incorrect as they do not directly relate to the importance of health policy knowledge for providing safe nursing care in a home care setting.
Question 3 of 5
Congress's legal base for actions in health care includes which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Providing for the general welfare. This is derived from the General Welfare Clause in the US Constitution, granting Congress the authority to pass laws for the general welfare of the country. This clause has been interpreted broadly to include legislation related to health care. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect: B: Raising funds to support research - While Congress can allocate funds for research purposes, it is not the primary legal basis for actions in health care. C: Regulating commerce among the states - This refers to the Commerce Clause, which gives Congress the power to regulate interstate commerce, but it is not the primary legal basis for health care legislation. D: Providing spending power - While Congress has the power to allocate funds for various purposes, including health care, the primary legal basis for health care actions lies in the General Welfare Clause.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following best describes most Americans' attitude toward immigrants?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Most Americans are ambivalent about immigration, recognizing both positive and negative aspects. Because of this ambivalence, there is neither a strong negative nor a strong positive attitude toward immigrants.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse wishes to develop cultural competence. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Cultural awareness requires self-examination and in-depth exploration of one's own beliefs and values as they influence behavior. It is the first step in developing cultural competence.