What are the three interdependent concepts of cultural competence as described in the chapter?

The three interdependent concepts of cultural competence are awareness, knowledge, and skills. Awareness involves self-reflection about personal assumptions and prejudices. Knowledge focuses on education about different cultures and relevant epidemiology. Skills involve incorporating culture into assessment and care planning, including using skilled interpreters.

As described in the chapter, cultural competence is generally described in terms of three interdependent concepts. Awareness is about self-awareness and self-reflection, questioning personal and taken-for-granted ideas and assumptions, and entails critical thinking about how personal prejudices or lack of awareness can be detrimental to nursing care. Knowledge is focused on education and understanding of different cultures, as well as knowing about the epidemiology, prevalence, and treatment of sickness and disease associated with migratory trends. Skills is about being able to incorporate culture into assessment and care planning, with the help of skilled interpreters.