In the first part of this article, I explain the governing law on. school searches and examine how a studentâs expectation of privacy. should be measured. Second, I explain the reasoning for requiring a. warrant to search a studentâs cell phone. Finally, I suggest guidelines for. cell phone searches in school.
What is âCultural Competence?â. The Department of Health and Human Services defines cultural competence as âa set of behaviors, attitudes, and skills that enable nurses to work effectively in cross-cultural situations.â Of course, this definition, although accurate, does not delve into all the complexities of the term.
There is no one definition of cultural competence. Definitions of cultural competence have evolved from diverse perspectives, interests and needs and are incorporated in state legislation, Federal statutes and programs, private sector organizations and academic settings.he word culture is used because it implies the integrated pattern of human behavior that includes thoughts, communications, actions, customs, beliefs, values and institutions of a racial, ethnic, religious or social group. The word competence is used because it implies having the capacity to function effectively.