Exercise #34
Quiz – Intercultural Competence in Medical Practice
Authors: Dr Małgorzata Zimny
20–25 minutes
Description
This quiz assesses your knowledge of intercultural communication in medical practice. It covers empathy, flexibility, patient rights, bias awareness, and the ability to respond appropriately to cultural needs in clinical settings.
Methodological Guide
Objectives
Assess knowledge of intercultural communication basics; evaluate recognition of cultural sensitivity situations; verify appropriate professional decisions in intercultural contexts; strengthen reflection on personal biases.
Exercise Procedure
Stage 1: complete quiz independently; Stage 2: real-time feedback; Stage 3: group discussion of results; Stage 4: retake opportunity.
Theoretical Basis
Learning through reflection & formative assessment; social constructivism; cultural competence & humility (Betancourt, Tervalon & Murray-García models).
Practical Application
Practice real clinical scenarios — language barriers, religious beliefs, differing treatment expectations. Identify communication barriers; make decisions guided by empathy, respect, and patient rights.
Assessment / Evaluation
Mastery of empathy, communicative flexibility, patient rights protection, bias awareness, ability to respond to cultural needs. Analysis of correct/incorrect answers for knowledge gaps.