Culturally Competent Care

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A 14 page research paper that discusses culturally competent care. This discussion examines how culturally competent standards of care can be implemented, as well as mechanisms that are designed to ensure compliance with emerging national and professionally recognized standards of care. The major points of this discussion are, first of all, how to define “culturally competent care” as a term. Then, the patient population that is the focus of the discussion is identified and specific issues pertaining to this demographic group are discussed. Standards of culturally competence are described and this is followed by a discussion as to whether or not these standards are being met within the student’s healthcare institution. The discussion concludes with a proposal of possible solution and suggested conclusions. Bibliography lists 14 sources.