Exam 2: Cultural Competence

After a class on culture and ethnicity,the new graduate nurse reflects a correct understanding of the concept of ethnicity with which statement?

The nurse is reviewing the hot/cold theory of health and illness.Which statement best describes the basic tenets of this theory?

The nurse is reviewing concepts related to one's heritage and beliefs.The belief in divine or superhuman power(s)to be obeyed and worshipped as the creator(s)and ruler(s)of the universe is known as:

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

When planning a cultural assessment,the nurse should include which component?

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

During an assessment,the nurse notices that a patient is handling a small charm that is tied to a leather strip around his neck.Which action by the nurse is appropriate?

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

Which of the following reflects the traditional health and illness beliefs and practices of those of African heritage? Health is:

In the majority culture of America,coughing,sweating,and diarrhea are symptoms of an illness.For some individuals of Mexican-American origin,however,these symptoms are a normal part of living.The nurse recognizes that this difference is true,probably because Mexican-Americans :

The nurse manager is explaining culturally competent care during a staff meeting.Which statement accurately describes the concept of culturally competent care? "The caregiver:

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

Symptoms,such as pain,are often influenced by a person's cultural heritage.Which of the following is a true statement regarding pain?

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

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." This woman could be experiencing:

During a class on religion and spirituality,the nurse is asked to define spirituality.Which answer is correct? "Spirituality:

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