Question

A young girl from a Middle Eastern country is in the process of dying. Her parents ask the nurses to allow her to be prepared for death by being dressed in a specific garment and headdress every day. The parents cannot be there every day to do this and ask the nurses to apply the attire. Which actions by the nurses demonstrate culturally competent care? a) Refuse the parents' request to maintain professional standards.

b) Comply with the parents' request without understanding its cultural significance.
c) Consult with the hospital's cultural competence expert for guidance.
d) Ignore the parents' request to avoid potential conflicts.

Answer 1

Nurses should comply with the parents' request and consult with the hospital's cultural competence expert.

Step-by-step explanation:

The culturally competent actions that nurses can take in this situation are to comply with the parents' request while also understanding its cultural significance and to consult with the hospital's cultural competence expert for guidance.

By complying with the parents' request, nurses are showing respect for the girl's cultural traditions and beliefs surrounding death. This can provide comfort to both the girl and her parents during this difficult time.

Consulting with the hospital's cultural competence expert can ensure that nurses have a better understanding of the specific cultural practices and can provide appropriate care that aligns with the girl's and her family's beliefs.