Discussion Post: Cultural Competence
Cultural competence is "a process for addressing disparities, based on race, ethnicity, and culture" (Isaacs et al., 2005, p. 5). Nurses must be culturally competent to provide effective and therapeutic care for patients. It is part of a holistic treatment process.
o How does culture shape an individual's view of mental health?
o Discuss why culture competence is important to nursing.
o What steps can a nurse take to be culturally competent?
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.
Isaacs, M.R., Nahme-Huang, L., Hernandez, M., & Echo-Hawk, H. (2005).
The road to evidence: The intersection of evidence-based practices and cultural competence in children's mental health. National Alliance of Multi-Ethnic Behavioral Health Associations.