Culture in Nursing

Cultural Competence in the History and Physical Examination. Answer the discussion question with a minimum of 500 words (excluding the first and reference page) and a minimum of 2 evidence-based references. It must be in APA format.  Veronica, a 5-moth-old girl with Down’s Syndrome, and her family are being seen for a healthy checkup. The parents express concern about Veronica’s growth and her color. They are worried that her lips turn blue while she is eating.  – As a culturally competent nurse, what knowledge would be critical in assessing the child and the family health? – Describe the importance of nurses understanding the genetics of Down’s syndrome prior to interacting with the child and family. – Imagine the primary concern you would have if you were the parents.