Question 1

The need to work efficiently and be on time for appointments is a value shared by all cultures.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Most individuals whose native language is Spanish have the same beliefs and customs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Match between columns
                        Premises: Stare believed to cause physical harm

Accepted Answer

The Answer of Hot-cold principle and Humors and T'ai chi is...

Question 4

If an elderly patient appears to be of Chinese background, it is best to:

Accepted Answer

A)  ask questions about her health beliefs and preferences. 
B)  assume that she distrusts Western medicine. 
C)  proceed with care as you would with any other patient. 
D)  refer her to a Chinese medicine practitioner. 
A)  ask questions about her health beliefs and preferences. 
B)  assume that she distrusts Western medicine. 
C)  proceed with care as you would with any other patient. 
D)  refer her to a Chinese medicine practitioner.

Question 5

The typical personal space between close friends who belong to the dominant culture of the United States is about:

Accepted Answer

A)  6 inches. 
B)  12 inches. 
C)  18 inches. 
D)  24 inches. 
A)  6 inches. 
B)  12 inches. 
C)  18 inches. 
D)  24 inches.

Question 6

The best way to deal with one's own prejudices is to:

Accepted Answer

A)  deny having them. 
B)  strive to be aware of them. 
C)  accept them. 
D)  ignore them. 
A)  deny having them. 
B)  strive to be aware of them. 
C)  accept them. 
D)  ignore them.

Question 7

Match between columns
                        Premises: Positive feelings of self-worth

Accepted Answer

The Answer of Esteem and Safety and security and Love is...

Question 8

Match between columns
                        Premises: A patient claims he cannot stop smoking because his family life is too stressful.

Accepted Answer

The Answer of Compensation and Projection and Withdrawal and Regression is...

Question 9

Personal prejudices are difficult to recognize in ourselves because they become part of our belief system.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Match between columns
                        Premises: A patient refuses to believe her diagnosis of pancreatic cancer.

Accepted Answer

The Answer of Regression and Compensation and Displacement and Withdrawal is...

Question 11

Understanding Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs can help the health care professional to better understand:

Accepted Answer

A)  how all patients react to illness. 
B)  why patients need a lot of attention. 
C)  the motivations for patient behavior. 
D)  why cultural groups have different beliefs. 
A)  how all patients react to illness. 
B)  why patients need a lot of attention. 
C)  the motivations for patient behavior. 
D)  why cultural groups have different beliefs.

Question 12

Which is the best way for the health care professional to interact with an elderly patient whose husband recently died of cancer?

Accepted Answer

A)  Avoid mentioning the death of her husband. 
B)  Be willing to discuss it if she wants to talk about it. 
C)  Act as if nothing has happened. 
D)  Avoid extensive contact with the patient. 
A)  Avoid mentioning the death of her husband. 
B)  Be willing to discuss it if she wants to talk about it. 
C)  Act as if nothing has happened. 
D)  Avoid extensive contact with the patient.

Question 13

Match between columns
                        Premises: A recently divorced respiratory therapist declines all invitations for social activities.

Accepted Answer

The Answer of Denial and Regression and Displacement and Compensation is...

Question 14

When giving instructions to a patient who speaks limited English, it is best to:

Accepted Answer

A)  speak slowly and more loudly than normal. 
B)  give the instructions both orally and in printed form. 
C)  ask the patient if he understands what you are saying. 
D)  ask the patient to explain in his own words or demonstrate the instructions. 
A)  speak slowly and more loudly than normal. 
B)  give the instructions both orally and in printed form. 
C)  ask the patient if he understands what you are saying. 
D)  ask the patient to explain in his own words or demonstrate the instructions.

Question 15

It is disrespectful to make assumptions about people based on their ethnic or cultural background.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Why is the term "minority group" no longer very effective in describing certain ethnic groups in the United States today?

Accepted Answer

A)  Group members do not like the term. 
B)  There are now too many groups to classify. 
C)  These groups now make up significant percentages of the total population. 
D)  Affirmative action prohibits its use. 
A)  Group members do not like the term. 
B)  There are now too many groups to classify. 
C)  These groups now make up significant percentages of the total population. 
D)  Affirmative action prohibits its use.

Question 17

What is the best response to a patient who tells you that he feels much better after trying a "cure" that is practiced by his cultural group but that you know may have dangerous consequences?

Accepted Answer

A)  Say nothing. 
B)  "I'm glad you're feeling better." 
C)  "You know that is really dumb!" 
D)  "Why do you think that helped you?" 
A)  Say nothing. 
B)  "I'm glad you're feeling better." 
C)  "You know that is really dumb!" 
D)  "Why do you think that helped you?"

Question 18

Many members of the large __________ community in San Francisco have retained their language and traditional customs.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Many members of the large __________ community...

Question 19

Match between columns
                        Premises: Opposing energy forces that influence health

Accepted Answer

The Answer of Evil eye and Humors and Home remedies is...

Question 20

Unconscious and usually ineffective behaviors that are performed to relieve fear and anxiety are called ______ mechanisms.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Unconscious and usually ineffective behaviors that are...

The need to work efficiently and be on time for appointments is a value shared by all cultures.

Most individuals whose native language is Spanish have the same beliefs and customs.

If an elderly patient appears to be of Chinese background, it is best to:

The typical personal space between close friends who belong to the dominant culture of the United States is about:

The best way to deal with one's own prejudices is to:

Personal prejudices are difficult to recognize in ourselves because they become part of our belief system.

Understanding Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs can help the health care professional to better understand:

Which is the best way for the health care professional to interact with an elderly patient whose husband recently died of cancer?

When giving instructions to a patient who speaks limited English, it is best to:

It is disrespectful to make assumptions about people based on their ethnic or cultural background.

Why is the term "minority group" no longer very effective in describing certain ethnic groups in the United States today?

What is the best response to a patient who tells you that he feels much better after trying a "cure" that is practiced by his cultural group but that you know may have dangerous consequences?

Many members of the large __________ community in San Francisco have retained their language and traditional customs.

Unconscious and usually ineffective behaviors that are performed to relieve fear and anxiety are called ______ mechanisms.

Your Career in Health Care

Health Care Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow

Ethical and Legal Responsibilities

Medical Terminology

Medical Math

Organization of the Human Body

Structure and Function of the Human Body

Growth and Development

Body Mechanics

Infection Control

Environmental Safety

Lifestyle Management

Professionalism

Professional Development and Lifelong Learning

The Communication Process

Written Communication

Computers and Technology in Health Care

Documentation and Medical Records

Physical Assessment

Emergency Procedures

Paying for Health Care

Quality Control and Customer Service

Job Leads and the Résumé

Interview Portfolio and Application

Successful Employment Strategies

Filters

Exam 15: The Patient As an Individual

The need to work efficiently and be on time for appointments is a value shared by all cultures.

Most individuals whose native language is Spanish have the same beliefs and customs.

If an elderly patient appears to be of Chinese background, it is best to:

The typical personal space between close friends who belong to the dominant culture of the United States is about:

The best way to deal with one's own prejudices is to:

Personal prejudices are difficult to recognize in ourselves because they become part of our belief system.

Understanding Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs can help the health care professional to better understand:

Which is the best way for the health care professional to interact with an elderly patient whose husband recently died of cancer?

When giving instructions to a patient who speaks limited English, it is best to:

It is disrespectful to make assumptions about people based on their ethnic or cultural background.

Why is the term "minority group" no longer very effective in describing certain ethnic groups in the United States today?

What is the best response to a patient who tells you that he feels much better after trying a "cure" that is practiced by his cultural group but that you know may have dangerous consequences?

Many members of the large __________ community in San Francisco have retained their language and traditional customs.

Unconscious and usually ineffective behaviors that are performed to relieve fear and anxiety are called ______ mechanisms.

Your Career in Health Care

Health Care Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow

Ethical and Legal Responsibilities

Medical Terminology

Medical Math

Organization of the Human Body

Structure and Function of the Human Body

Growth and Development

Body Mechanics

Infection Control

Environmental Safety

Lifestyle Management

Professionalism

Professional Development and Lifelong Learning

The Communication Process

Written Communication

Computers and Technology in Health Care

Documentation and Medical Records

Physical Assessment

Emergency Procedures

Paying for Health Care

Quality Control and Customer Service

Job Leads and the Résumé

Interview Portfolio and Application

Successful Employment Strategies

Filters