ATI LPN
Study Guide for Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections & Skills
Chapter 8 : Ethnic, Cultural, and Spiritual Aspects of Care Questions
Question 1 of 5
Spiritual distress only occurs during one's own illness or injury, especially if the illness is terminal.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Spiritual distress can occur in various situations, not only during personal illness or terminal conditions, such as when a loved one is ill or during significant life changes.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse must show respect for the patient's beliefs about health care and promote good health practices.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Nurses are obligated to respect patients' beliefs while encouraging evidence-based health practices to ensure culturally sensitive and effective care.
Question 3 of 5
Transcultural nursing is about recognizing and addressing
Correct Answer: A,C,D
Rationale: Transcultural nursing focuses on understanding and addressing cultural differences among patients and healthcare staff, as well as overcoming communication challenges to provide culturally competent care.
Question 4 of 5
An LPN/LVN working in the hospital overhears a CNA mocking a patient for her belief that an evil spell has been cast on her, causing her illness. The nurse understands the need to
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Taking the CNA aside to explain the insensitivity of their words promotes a respectful approach, educates the CNA, and maintains professionalism without public humiliation or escalation.
Question 5 of 5
A nurse is caring for a patient whose hemoglobin and hematocrit levels are very low. The health-care provider has recommended that the patient be transfused with two units of packed red blood cells to help bring up the blood count, but the patient refuses. He tells you this is due to his religious beliefs. The nurse understands that the patient is most likely a member of which group?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Jehovah's Witnesses are known for refusing blood transfusions due to their religious beliefs, which prohibit the acceptance of blood products.