The Concept of Acknowledging and Incorporating a Patient's Cultural Background

question 60

Multiple Choice

The concept of acknowledging and incorporating a patient's cultural background as part of the treatment process is called:

• A) patient rights.
• B) cultural competence.
• C) Association of American Medical Colleges.
• D) stigma management.
• E) complementary medicine.

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Definitions:

Separate Measurement

The process of individually assessing various components or aspects of a system, entity, or performance.

Performance Standards

Criteria set to measure how well tasks and duties are executed, acting as a guideline for the expected level of performance.

Occupational Pro Forma

A document or statement projecting the future financial performance or expected outcomes of a particular job or occupation.

Legal Intentional Discrimination

Actions that unlawfully treat individuals or groups unfavorably based on their personal characteristics, such as race, gender, or age, with deliberate intent.