Cultural Competency in Health Care
Assignment: The importance of cultural competency.
Question 1
The Covid-19 pandemic has reemphasized the need for cultural competency in health care. That is, it is imperative that as health care professionals, we understand both the culture and history of all our diverse society to dispense quality care to all.
In your own words, why do you think cultural competency is important in health care? (approx. 300 words) APA Format
Feel free to share experiences or give examples. (I work in Emergency Medicine as a Senior Admin Assistant)
Course Materials: Rose, Patti (2013) Cultural Competency for the Health Professional. Jones and Bartlet