What are the Key Components of Cultural Competence?
1. Cultural Awareness: Recognizing and understanding one's own cultural beliefs and biases. 2. Cultural Knowledge: Acquiring information about different cultural practices and worldviews. 3. Cultural Skill: Developing the ability to assess and address cultural factors in patient care. 4. Cultural Encounters: Engaging with patients from diverse backgrounds to gain practical experience. 5. Cultural Desire: Demonstrating a genuine interest and commitment to becoming culturally competent.
