Cultural Competency in Healthcare QuizVersión en línea Test your knowledge on cultural competency in healthcare and improve your understanding of diverse patient needs. por Melissa Pennington 1 What is cultural competency in healthcare? a The ability to understand and respect diverse cultural backgrounds. b A healthcare policy c A medical procedure d A type of insurance 2 Why is cultural competency important in healthcare? a It reduces costs b It increases hospital profits c It simplifies medical procedures d It improves patient outcomes and satisfaction. 3 Which of the following is a component of cultural competency? a Awareness of one's own cultural biases. b Using medical jargon c Ignoring cultural differences d Standardizing treatment for all 4 What does effective communication in cultural competency involve? a Using technical terms b Rushing through consultations c Speaking louder d Active listening and adapting to patient needs. 5 Which group is often underrepresented in healthcare research? a Middle-aged men b Wealthy individuals c Urban residents d Minority ethnic groups. 6 What is a common barrier to cultural competency? a Lack of technology b Limited healthcare hours c Language differences between patients and providers. d High patient turnover 7 How can healthcare providers improve cultural competency? a Avoiding cultural discussions b Participating in training and education programs. c Standardizing care for all d Focusing only on medical skills 8 What role does patient feedback play in cultural competency? a It complicates the treatment process b It is not necessary c It helps identify areas for improvement in care. d It slows down healthcare delivery 9 Which of the following is a strategy for enhancing cultural competency? a Building partnerships with community organizations. b Focusing solely on clinical skills c Limiting patient interactions d Standardizing patient care 10 What is the impact of cultural competency on health disparities? a It increases disparities b It helps reduce health disparities among different populations. c It only benefits healthcare providers d It has no effect
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