Cultural Competence

Question 1

Unconscious Bias

Answer 1

Biases we are unaware of. It is outside of our control. This is influenced by background, culture and personal experience.

Question 2

Implicit Bias

Answer 2

Bias that we are aware of. This can impact our behavior, decisions and the care rendered.

Question 3

Health disparities can be described as?

Answer 3

Health care differences linked to social, economic and environmental disadvantage

Question 4

How many and what what are the health disparities?

Answer 4

4

1. Poor health status
2. Disease risk factors
3. Poor health outcomes
4. Limited access to health care

Question 5

What is the purpose of cultural encounters?

Answer 5

Encourages health care professionals to engage with people from culturally diverse backgrounds.