Certified Prevention Specialist CPS Practice Exam

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Which of the following would NOT be reflective of a culturally competent approach on prevention planning?

The organizational staff are encouraged to adopt the clothing styles and fashion of the population being served.
The organizational staff reflects the ethnicity and diversity of the community.
The organizational staff ensures publications are available in languages spoken in the community.
The organizational staff experience diversity training.

The correct answer is: The organizational staff are encouraged to adopt the clothing styles and fashion of the population being served.

A culturally competent approach to prevention planning involves understanding, respecting, and integrating the diverse cultural backgrounds of the populations being served. While it's important for prevention programs to be sensitive to cultural norms and values, encouraging staff to adopt clothing styles and fashion of the population does not inherently lead to cultural competence. It may be perceived as superficial or inauthentic. On the other hand, reflecting the ethnicity and diversity of the community among the staff, ensuring publications are available in the relevant languages, and providing diversity training are all essential components of fostering a culturally competent environment. These practices contribute to a deeper understanding and acceptance of the cultural nuances that inform the needs and preferences of different community groups, ultimately enhancing the effectiveness of prevention efforts.