CRS Cultural Competency 5

Question 1

Which of the following BEST illustrates 'cultural humility' as opposed to 'cultural competence'?

Accepted Answer

Maintaining a lifelong commitment to self-reflection, learning, and addressing power imbalances

Answer

Cultural humility emphasizes ongoing self-reflection, learning, and acknowledging power dynamics rather than achieving a fixed level of cultural knowledge.

Question 2

A veteran client from a military culture feels that admitting vulnerability in recovery groups is a sign of weakness. The MOST culturally competent response is to:

Accepted Answer

Recognize military cultural norms around strength and find alternative ways to build connection and trust

Answer

Understanding military culture's emphasis on strength allows the specialist to adapt group approaches and build rapport without violating cultural norms.

Question 3

A client who identifies as transgender is uncomfortable using the shared bathroom facilities at the recovery center. A culturally competent recovery specialist should:

Accepted Answer

Advocate for gender-inclusive bathroom policies and connect the client with appropriate accommodations

Answer

Advocacy for inclusive policies and immediate practical accommodations reflects affirmative, culturally competent care for transgender clients.

Question 4

Which concept describes the tendency to view one's own cultural norms as the standard against which other cultures are measured?

Accepted Answer

Ethnocentrism

Answer

Ethnocentrism is the belief that one's own culture is superior and serves as the standard for judging others, which can impair culturally competent practice.

Question 5

When developing a recovery plan for a client with strong spiritual beliefs, a recovery specialist who does not share those beliefs should:

Accepted Answer

Integrate the client's spiritual resources as assets in the recovery plan with the client's guidance

Answer

Spirituality is a recognized recovery capital resource, and the client's beliefs should guide how it is incorporated into their individualized plan.

(CRS) Certified Recovery Specialist Practice Test

(CRS) Certified Recovery Specialist Practice Test

CRS Cultural Competency 5