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Fundamentals of Nursing: The Art and Science of Person-Centered Care Tenth, North American Edition
Chapter 5 : Culturally Respectful Care Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following are considered cultural norms of the healthcare system? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: B,C,D,F
Rationale: Healthcare norms include jargon/documentation (
B), hierarchical deference (
C), problem-solving approaches (
D), and specific procedures for birth/death (F). Defining health/illness (
A) is possible, and technology is generally trusted (E).
Question 2 of 5
A nurse is caring for an African American in an acute care setting. Which one of the following might be a special nursing consideration for this patient?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Some African American patients may value folk healers, which should be considered in care planning.
Question 3 of 5
In which of the following populations should the nurse carefully assess the patients use of over-the-counter medications?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: White middle-class patients may have greater access to over-the-counter medications and should be assessed for their use to prevent adverse effects.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is caring for an Appalachian patient following her hysterectomy. Which of the following Appalachian values and beliefs should be considered when planning nursing care for this patient? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D,F
Rationale: Appalachian values include isolation (
A), self-determination (
B), fatalism about loss (
D), and acceptance of death (F). Balance (
C) is not a noted value, and nature respect (E) is misstated.
Question 5 of 5
What is one way in which nurses can develop cultural self-awareness?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Self-awareness is a key method for developing cultural competence by reflecting on one's own cultural influences.