Diversity Flashcards
Diversity can be defined as:
the differences in personality between persons
Quality, state, fact, or instance of being different
the uniqueness of a group of persons
ethical dimensions of decision making
Quality, state, fact, or instance of being different
Criticism against another person or group is defined as:
prejudice
biasm
racism
discrimination
prejudice
To respect, embrace and celebrate racial/ethnic, gender, cultural, disability, sexual orientation, and social differences in people is referred to as:
tolerance
discrimination
diversity
acceptance
acceptance
In dealing with a patient who may have different beliefs than your own, it is important to:
-assume you know what to do
-ignore them
-ask the patient how they would like to be cared for
-find someone who understand their needs other than you
ask the patient how they would like to be cared for