The objective of this assignment is to examine your own cultural influences in the delivery of culturally competent nursing care to diverse cultural groups. You should use one of the many available cultural self-assessment tools.

You are expected to discuss your personal feelings and beliefs, their implications and the actions you may take to overcome any barriers to the provision of culturally competent care.

This is a reflective writing assignment, meaning that you may use personal pronouns. The emphasis is on the process of self-exploration and self-discovery, not on evaluating or judging the student's attitudes or feelings revealed in this exercise. Emphasis will be on quality rather than quantity.