Exam 2: Cultural Assessment

An Asian-American woman is experiencing diarrhea, which is believed to be "cold" or "yin." What should the nurse recognize that the woman may likely to try to treat it?

After a symptom is recognized, the first effort at treatment is often self-treatment. Which of the following statements is true about self-treatment?

During a seminar on cultural aspects of nursing, the nurse recognizes that the definition stating "the specific and distinct knowledge, beliefs, customs, and skills acquired by members of a society" reflects which term?

The nurse is reviewing the characteristics of culture. Which statement is correct regarding the development of one's culture?

Illness is caused by an imbalance or disharmony in the forces of nature. This statement most accurately reflects the views about illness from which theory?

The nurse should recognize that categories such as ethnicity, gender, and religion illustrate which concept?

When caring for children with a different cultural perspective, what should the nurse recognize may pose a challenge?

What does an individual who believes the magicoreligious theory of illness and disease believe is the cause of his or her illness?

The nurse is comparing the concepts of religion and spirituality. Which statement describes an appropriate component of one's spirituality?

When reviewing the demographics of ethnic groups in the United States, the nurse recalls that which is the largest and fastest growing population?

The nurse is asking questions about a patient's health beliefs. Which questions are appropriate? (Select all that apply.)

During a class on the aspects of culture, the nurse shares that culture has four basic characteristics. Which statement correctly reflects one of the characteristics of culture?

During a class on cultural practices, the nurse hears the term cultural taboo. Which statement illustrates the concept of a cultural taboo?

Many Asians believe in the yin/yang theory, which is rooted in the ancient Chinese philosophy of Tao. Which statement most accurately reflects this philosophy's view of "health"?

During a class on religion and spirituality, the nurse is asked to define spirituality. Which statement by the nurse best describes spirituality?

A 63-year-old Chinese-American man who recently found out his wife has cancer enters the hospital with complaints of chest pain, shortness of breath, and palpitations. Which statement most accurately reflects the nurse's best course of action?

The nurse is reviewing concepts of cultural aspects of pain. Which statement is true regarding pain?

The nurse is conducting a heritage assessment. Which question is most appropriate for this assessment?

A woman who has lived in the United States for a year after moving from Europe has learned to speak English and is almost finished with her college studies. She now dresses like her peers and says that her family in Europe would hardly recognize her. This nurse recognizes that this situation illustrates which concept?

A 30-year-old woman has recently moved to the United States with her husband. They are living with the woman's sister until they can get a home of their own. When company arrives to visit with the woman's sister, the woman feels suddenly shy and retreats to the back bedroom to hide until the company leaves. She explains that her reaction to guests is simply because she does not know how to speak "perfect English." What is this woman likely experiencing?