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Cultural competency is a required standard for American medical students, but it can be challenging to effectively engage students with this topic. Because nutrition and culture are inherently intertwined in patient care, classroom role-play with nutrition-focused case scenarios enables students to practice strategies for navigating cultural barriers with patients.
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McDermid, J.M., Worden, M.K. Teaching and Practicing Cultural Competency Skills with Medical Students Using Nutrition-Focused Case Scenarios. Med.Sci.Educ. 29, 5–6 (2019). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40670-018-00651-8
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