The nurse is assigned to care for a patient from a culture with which she has limited experience. Which of the following should be done to ensure that this patient receives culturally competent care?

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Certain nurses may be familiar with particular cultures, while others have familiarity with others. These nurses could be assigned to care for patients from the cultures with which they are most familiar, or they may serve as resources for other providers. The nurse should not be reminded that "a patient is a patient" regardless of culture of origin. Giving the nurse a pamphlet to read would not be sufficient. Assigning an interpreter to the nurse might be helpful when conducting an assessment; however, the interpreter would need to be present at all times since it cannot be predicted when the nurse will need to interact with the patient.

The Nurse Is Assigned to Care for a Patient from a Culture