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Cultural Diversity and Competence in Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is providing care to a client from a different cultural background and notices that the client seems reluctant to ask questions or express concerns. Which of the following strategies should the nurse implement to ensure culturally sensitive care?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Rationale: Option C is the correct answer because creating a safe and open environment for the client to ask questions respects the client's cultural norms and values. It promotes trust and encourages communication. Providing translation services (Option A) may help with language barriers but does not address the underlying issue of reluctance. Using plain language and visual aids (Option B) is helpful but may not fully address cultural differences. Involving the client's family or community (Option D) may not be appropriate if the client prefers privacy or autonomy.
Question 2 of 5
The nurse is assessing a client who lives in an area described as a food desert. The nurse identifies that the client is therefore at risk for which disorder?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Obesity. Living in a food desert means limited access to affordable and nutritious food, resulting in a higher likelihood of consuming unhealthy, calorie-dense options. This can lead to weight gain and obesity. Choice B, Parkinson's disease, has no direct correlation to living in a food desert. Choice C, Multiple sclerosis, is an autoimmune disorder not directly linked to food access. Choice D, Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, is more associated with smoking and environmental factors than with food availability. Thus, choice A is the most appropriate answer based on the risk factors posed by living in a food desert.
Question 3 of 5
Which term describes the actions of a nurse who orders a kosher diet for a Jewish client based on previous experience with other Jewish clients?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Stereotyping. Stereotyping involves making assumptions about individuals based on characteristics of a group they belong to. In this scenario, the nurse is assuming that all Jewish clients have the same dietary preferences, which is a form of stereotyping. Bias refers to a preference or prejudice for or against a group. Othering involves perceiving individuals as fundamentally different or inferior. Ethnocentrism is the belief in the superiority of one's own cultural group. In this case, the nurse's action aligns most closely with stereotyping as it involves making assumptions based on the client's religious affiliation.
Question 4 of 5
Which construct do nurses exhibit when they engage in self-reflection about their own cultural beliefs and biases?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Cultural awareness. Nurses demonstrate cultural awareness when they reflect on their own cultural beliefs and biases. This involves recognizing and understanding how their own background influences their interactions with patients. Option A, cultural skill, refers to the ability to conduct a cultural assessment. Option B, cultural desire, pertains to the motivation to understand and engage with diverse cultures. Option D, cultural knowledge, focuses on acquiring factual information about different cultures. However, cultural awareness is the foundational step that underpins the development of cultural competence in nursing practice.
Question 5 of 5
Which action should the nurse take when a client of a different culture than the nurse stares out the window while the nurse is providing preoperative instruction?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because the nurse should respect the client's cultural norms and preferences. By stopping the instruction and returning later, the nurse acknowledges the client's need for space and time to process information. This approach shows cultural sensitivity and allows for effective communication. Choice A is incorrect as mimicking the client's behavior may not be respectful or appropriate. Choice B is incorrect as it may invade the client's personal space and could be perceived as confrontational. Choice C is incorrect as focusing on eye contact ignores the broader cultural context and individual preferences of the client.