NURS 3030
Advocating for DEI in Healthcare
MIDTERM EXAM READINESS
GUIDE
Q&S
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,1. Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a key benefit of
diversity in healthcare teams?
a) Increased cultural competence
b) Enhanced financial performance
c) Reduced innovation
d) Decreased patient satisfaction
Correct Answer: a) Increased cultural competence
Rationale: Diverse healthcare teams are more likely to
understand and meet the cultural needs of patients, leading to
improved patient outcomes.
2. Fill-in-the-Blank: __________ is the practice of understanding
and respecting the health beliefs, practices, and needs of patients
from different cultural backgrounds.
Correct Answer: Cultural competence
Rationale: Cultural competence is essential in healthcare to
ensure that all patients receive care that is respectful of, and
responsive to, their cultural needs.
3. True/False: Diversity training for healthcare professionals can
help reduce health disparities.
Correct Answer: True
Rationale: Training in diversity increases awareness and skills,
which can lead to more equitable healthcare delivery.
4. Multiple Response: Select all that apply. Which of the
following strategies can promote equity in healthcare?
a) Implementing bias training programs
b) Increasing representation of minority groups in leadership
roles
c) Standardizing care protocols for all patients
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, d) Offering language translation services
Correct Answers: a), b), c), and d)
Rationale: These strategies address various aspects of systemic
bias and access to care, contributing to a more equitable
healthcare environment.
5. Multiple Choice: The term 'intersectionality' in healthcare
refers to:
a) The crossing of major highways near a hospital
b) The interconnected nature of social categorizations
c) The layout of departments within a healthcare facility
d) The use of cross-functional teams in patient care
Correct Answer: b) The interconnected nature of social
categorizations
Rationale: Intersectionality acknowledges that people's
identities and social positions intersect, affecting their access to
healthcare and health outcomes.
6. Fill-in-the-Blank: In healthcare, 'health equity' means everyone
has a fair and just opportunity to attain their highest level of
_________.
Correct Answer: health
Rationale: Health equity is about removing obstacles to health
such as poverty, discrimination, and their consequences, including
powerlessness and lack of access to good jobs with fair pay,
quality education and housing, safe environments, and healthcare.
7. True/False: Implicit bias does not affect patient treatment
outcomes.
Correct Answer: False
Rationale: Implicit bias can influence a healthcare provider's
attitudes and actions, potentially leading to unequal treatment of
patients based on race, age, gender, or other factors.
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Advocating for DEI in Healthcare
MIDTERM EXAM READINESS
GUIDE
Q&S
©2024/2025
,1. Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a key benefit of
diversity in healthcare teams?
a) Increased cultural competence
b) Enhanced financial performance
c) Reduced innovation
d) Decreased patient satisfaction
Correct Answer: a) Increased cultural competence
Rationale: Diverse healthcare teams are more likely to
understand and meet the cultural needs of patients, leading to
improved patient outcomes.
2. Fill-in-the-Blank: __________ is the practice of understanding
and respecting the health beliefs, practices, and needs of patients
from different cultural backgrounds.
Correct Answer: Cultural competence
Rationale: Cultural competence is essential in healthcare to
ensure that all patients receive care that is respectful of, and
responsive to, their cultural needs.
3. True/False: Diversity training for healthcare professionals can
help reduce health disparities.
Correct Answer: True
Rationale: Training in diversity increases awareness and skills,
which can lead to more equitable healthcare delivery.
4. Multiple Response: Select all that apply. Which of the
following strategies can promote equity in healthcare?
a) Implementing bias training programs
b) Increasing representation of minority groups in leadership
roles
c) Standardizing care protocols for all patients
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, d) Offering language translation services
Correct Answers: a), b), c), and d)
Rationale: These strategies address various aspects of systemic
bias and access to care, contributing to a more equitable
healthcare environment.
5. Multiple Choice: The term 'intersectionality' in healthcare
refers to:
a) The crossing of major highways near a hospital
b) The interconnected nature of social categorizations
c) The layout of departments within a healthcare facility
d) The use of cross-functional teams in patient care
Correct Answer: b) The interconnected nature of social
categorizations
Rationale: Intersectionality acknowledges that people's
identities and social positions intersect, affecting their access to
healthcare and health outcomes.
6. Fill-in-the-Blank: In healthcare, 'health equity' means everyone
has a fair and just opportunity to attain their highest level of
_________.
Correct Answer: health
Rationale: Health equity is about removing obstacles to health
such as poverty, discrimination, and their consequences, including
powerlessness and lack of access to good jobs with fair pay,
quality education and housing, safe environments, and healthcare.
7. True/False: Implicit bias does not affect patient treatment
outcomes.
Correct Answer: False
Rationale: Implicit bias can influence a healthcare provider's
attitudes and actions, potentially leading to unequal treatment of
patients based on race, age, gender, or other factors.
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