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A nursing student is preparing a presentation on cultural competence for a group of fellow nursing students. Which of the following statements should the student include in their explanation to best describe cultural competence in nursing?

"Cultural competence means that healthcare providers must follow a standardized approach to care that applies to all clients, regardless of their cultural background."

"Cultural competence requires that nurses adopt the cultural practices of their clients to provide the best care."

"Cultural competence is only necessary when caring for clients from cultures that are significantly different from one's own."

"Cultural competence involves understanding and respecting diverse cultural backgrounds and incorporating this understanding into client care to improve outcomes and client satisfaction."

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

A. "Cultural competence means that healthcare providers must follow a standardized approach to care that applies to all clients, regardless of their cultural background." Cultural competence requires an individualized approach tailored to the client's cultural values, beliefs, and practices, not a standardized method.

B. "Cultural competence requires that nurses adopt the cultural practices of their clients to provide the best care." Nurses should respect and incorporate cultural practices into care when possible, but they are not required to adopt these practices themselves.

C. "Cultural competence is only necessary when caring for clients from cultures that are significantly different from one's own." Cultural competence is essential for all clients, as cultural beliefs can influence health perceptions, even in those with similar backgrounds.

D. "Cultural competence involves understanding and respecting diverse cultural backgrounds and incorporating this understanding into client care to improve outcomes and client satisfaction." This accurately reflects the essence of cultural competence in nursing practice.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Aggravating and alleviating factors: The patient has not identified any factors that worsen or relieve the pain.

B. Exacerbation, with associated signs and symptoms: There is no indication of exacerbating factors or associated symptoms in this description.

C. Intensity, temporal characteristics, and functional impact: The intensity (e.g., 1-10 scale), temporal characteristics (pattern over time), or functional impact on daily activities were not mentioned.

D. Location, quality, and duration. The patient described: Location: The foot and calf. Quality: "Feels like it is on fire" (neuropathic pain). Duration: Pain began yesterday.

A. Pain that has been present for more than six months and is associated with ongoing tissue damage. B. Pain that occurs suddenly and is typically related to a specific injury or trauma. C. Pain that fluctuates in intensity and is often accompanied by changes in mood and behavior. D. Pain that is described as dull and persists despite the absence of an obvious cause.

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Pain that has been present for more than six months and is associated with ongoing tissue damage: This describes chronic pain, which persists over time and is not indicative of acute pain.

B. Pain that occurs suddenly and is typically related to a specific injury or trauma. Acute pain is characterized by its sudden onset, often associated with a specific cause, such as injury or surgery.

C. Pain that fluctuates in intensity and is often accompanied by changes in mood and behavior: This describes chronic pain, which may have episodic flare-ups and can impact emotional well-being.

D. Pain that is described as dull and persists despite the absence of an obvious cause: This is more indicative of chronic pain, which may not be directly linked to ongoing tissue damage.

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A nursing student is preparing a presentation on cultural competence for a group of fellow nursing students. Which of the following statements should the student include in their explanation to best describe cultural competence in nursing?

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