Exam 4: Culture

Women who are given the job of caretaker for aging relatives are subject to caregiver strain due to

Mr.Giuseppe is a 60-year-old Italian immigrant who presents for an annual physical.He is counseled about diagnostic testing including laboratory testing,colonoscopy,influenza vaccination,and pneumococcal vaccination.His reply is "If it ain't broke,don't try to fix it." Understanding that respect for traditions and fulfilling obligations is important in developing a nursing plan of care.Mr.Giuseppe's cultural orientation is towards

What interrelated constructs facilitate a nurse to become culturally competent?

The nurse is triaging a hysterical patient in the ER.The patient is crying,with uncontrollable spasms,trembling,and shouting.It is important to identify manifestation of illness in order to effectively treat a patient.The nurse identifies this as a culture-bound syndrome called

The emphasis on understanding cultural influence on health care is important because of

When teaching an Asian patient with newly diagnosed diabetes,the nurse notes the patient nodding yes to everything that is being said.With a better understanding of cultural interdependence in self-concept,a nurse should immediately

Understanding cultural differences in health care is important because it will help the nurse to understand the manner in which people decide on obtaining treatments and medical care.In independent cultures an individual will