Exam 9: Global Health, culture, and Diversity

The nurse is discussing with an Aboriginal patient long-term goals for a diet and exercise regimen to manage his diabetes.The nurse notices that he does not appear concerned about discussing his future needs.Which of the following is a possible reason for this behaviour?

An older Chinese woman refuses to perform the range-of-motion and breathing exercises required after a surgical procedure.She also is hesitant to undertake her own hygienic care and grooming.The nurse who is culturally aware recognizes that which of the following may be true for this patient?

Time takes on different meanings from one culture to another.Understanding this,what should the nurse do when planning nursing interventions?

The nurse recognizes the terminology that applies to culture and ethnicity.Which one of the following selections defines ethnicity?

What are the three major health issues presently afflicting Aboriginal communities in Canada?

The nurse is completing an assessment of a First Nations client.Recognizing the commonly seen health problems in Aboriginal peoples,the nurse observes for particular signs and symptoms of which one of the following conditions?

Gender-appropriate care is an important factor in nursing practice.The nurse recognizes that patients of different cultures may react differently to health care providers of the opposite sex.Modesty is an especially important issue for women from which of the following backgrounds?

The nurse wants to develop an awareness of the practices of different cultures within the community.One aspect of culture is invisible,or less observable to others.Which of the following is an example of this "invisible" component of culture?

A community health screening is being held for residents at the local town hall.The nurse is alert to the biocultural history of patients and aware that which of the following individuals have a greater potential for and incidence of tuberculosis?

The nurse may work with patients from many different cultural backgrounds.Nurses,unfortunately and inadvertently,may impose their own cultural beliefs on patients.Which of the following is an example of a nurse imposing personal perspectives on a patient?

A Chinese family that has been in Canada for five years has learned to speak English and has adopted certain Western characteristics,but has continued to adhere to their values,beliefs,and traditions.What is this process called?

Which of the following statements is true in regard to ethnocentrism?

The nurse recognizes that changes in demographics have an influence on health care delivery.According to the 2006 Canadian Census,what is the ratio of the total population that was born outside of Canada?

Which of the following statements is true in regard to health inequity?

Which of the following domains of health seeks prevention programs for populations as its main focus?

In which year was the Canadian Multiculturalism Act passed?

The nurse recognizes the terminology that applies to culture and ethnicity and its correct application.Which of the following would be true for a patient who goes through the process of assimilation?

Regardless of which cultural assessment model the nurse uses,how would the nurse begin a cultural assessment?