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Cultural Competence in Healthcare: Addressing Cultural Differences in Health Behaviors
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What is the term used to describe the ability of healthcare providers to understand and respond to the cultural needs of their patients?
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Cultural competence
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Cultural competence is the ability of healthcare providers to understand and respond to the cultural needs of their patients. It involves knowledge of cultural differences, sensitivity to cultural beliefs and values, and the ability to adapt care to meet the needs of patients from diverse cultural backgrounds.