Chapter 14 Quiz

Question 1

Benefits of a diverse health care workforce include:

Answer 1

• Decreased turnover
• Fewer lawsuits
• Greater access for the underserved
• Greater cultural competence
  (All of these are correct)

Question 2

Health disparities have been identified based on the following criteria:

Answer 2

• Race
• Ethnicity
• Sexual orientation
• Language
• Income
  (All of these are correct)

Question 3

Health disparities represent significant differences between one population and another.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

Social determinants have been determined to be one of the most important causes of health disparities.

Answer 4

True

Question 5

The health care workforce matches the US population in terms of diversity.

Answer 5

False

Question 6

Vulnerable populations are more exposed to risks from:

Answer 6

• Marketing unhealthy foods
• Lack of access to care
• Tobacco marketing

Question 7

Assessment for cultural sensitivity must occur at the personal and organizational level.

Answer 7

True

Question 8

Select all of the terms that can be used interchangeably with intercultural competency:

Answer 8

• Cultural proficiency
• Cultural conditioning
• Cultural sensitivity

Question 9

A hospital can demonstrate inclusivity by community engagement through:

Answer 9

• Community input
• Education efforts
• Advisory
• Health fairs
  (All of these are correct)

Question 10

Social determinants that contribute to health disparities include:

Answer 10

• Living or working conditions
• Geographic isolation
• Income and socioeconomic status
• Education
• Access to insurance
  (All of these are correct)