A Manager in the Leader Role Manages Diversity in an Organization

question 12

Multiple Choice

A manager in the leader role manages diversity in an organization by

• A)conveying that the effective management of diversity is a valued goal and objective.
• B)evaluating the extent to which diverse employees are being treated fairly.
• C)serving as a role model and instituting policies and procedures to ensure that diverse members are treated fairly.
• D)enabling diverse individuals to coordinate their efforts and cooperate with one another.
• E)allocating resources to support and encourage the effective management of diversity.

Recognize the importance of scheduling and timing in healthcare appointments for patients from different cultures.

Understand the impact of cultural beliefs on health behaviors and compliance with medical advice.

Understand the importance of cultural sensitivity in healthcare settings.

Recognize the role of personal beliefs and cultural practices in healthcare decisions and patient behaviors.

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Definitions:

Material Culture

The physical objects, resources, and spaces that people use to define their culture, including buildings, artifacts, tools, and artwork.

Nonmaterial Culture

Aspects of culture that encompass values, beliefs, norms, and languages, which are not physically tangible but significantly influence human behavior and societal development.

Mores

Strongly held norms or customs that embody the fundamental moral views of a group or society.

Folkways

Norms for routine or casual interaction that dictate social expectations and behaviors in everyday life.