Cultural Awareness
This term refers to a nurse’s recognition of their own cultural beliefs and biases.
self-awareness
The ethical principle that means "doing no harm
nonmaleficence
A nurse should ask about this to understand a patient’s dietary needs and restrictions.
dietary preferences
Patients have the right to refuse treatment under this ethical principle.
autonomy
Nurses should recognize their own biases and avoid this in patient care.
discrimination or prejudice
The practice of providing care that respects the patient’s cultural beliefs is called this.
culturally competent
The ethical principle requiring that patients be told the truth and given all necessary information.
veracity
Asking about religious beliefs and practices helps the nurse understand this aspect of the patient’s life.
spirituality or religious practices
Nurses must maintain this to protect patient information.
confidentiality
Following professional standards and evidence-based guidelines promotes this.
ethical nursing practice
This term describes the belief that one’s own culture is superior to others.
ethnocentrism
This principle involves fairness and giving each patient what they are due.
justice
A common tool for assessing a patient’s cultural background is called this.
cultural assessment or cultural assessment framework
Providing care that respects cultural beliefs while maintaining safety honors this ethical responsibility.
beneficence
ncorporating patients’ cultural preferences into nursing care is an example of this.
patient-centered care
Understanding cultural differences helps prevent this type of nursing error that can harm patient outcomes.
culturally unsafe care or cultural misunderstanding
The principle of respecting a patient’s right to make their own healthcare decisions.
autonomy
Understanding family roles and decision-making patterns is part of this type of assessment.
social/cultural assessment
This legal and ethical requirement ensures patients understand their treatment and can consent voluntarily.
informed consent
Respecting cultural beliefs while ensuring safety may require negotiation or this type of intervention.
culturally sensitive intervention
This approach encourages nurses to adapt care to meet patients’ cultural needs rather than expecting patients to conform to healthcare norms.
cultural accommodation
The ethical principle that promotes actions to benefit the patient, including advocating for culturally appropriate care.
beneficence
Collecting information about a patient’s language, health beliefs, and traditions helps prevent this in healthcare delivery.
miscommunication or culturally unsafe care
Advocating for patients’ culturally based needs falls under this ethical and professional responsibility
patient advocacy
This process ensures nurses provide care that aligns with both professional standards and the unique cultural values of patients.
culturally competent nursing practice