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Cultural Diversity and Competence in Nursing Questions
Question 1 of 5
At a local hospital, the postpartum care policy requires that nurses observe the mother during infant care to assess the mother's ability to care for the new baby and to promote bonding. A new mother expresses concern that in her country, all infant care is provided by other family members so that the mother can rest and recover. Which of the following actions would be taken by a culturally competent nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Step 1: Acknowledge and respect the mother's cultural background and practices. Step 2: Allow family members to provide care to respect the mother's tradition. Step 3: Assess the mother's knowledge through discussion to ensure the baby's well-being. Step 4: By doing so, the nurse promotes culturally competent care and acknowledges the importance of family dynamics in the mother's culture. Summary: Choice A is correct as it respects the mother's cultural beliefs and involves her family in infant care. Choice B is incorrect as it imposes Western beliefs on the mother. Choice C is incorrect as it dismisses the mother's cultural practices.
Question 2 of 5
When teaching a nutrition class to a student group with a large Latino population, the school nurse incorporates foods such as salsa and other healthy dishes familiar to students into the presentation. Which of the following best describes the action taken by the nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Primary prevention. The nurse is engaging in primary prevention by promoting healthy eating habits and educating students about nutrition to prevent the development of health issues in the future. By incorporating familiar healthy foods like salsa, the nurse is proactively addressing potential health risks. B: Secondary prevention involves early detection and intervention to prevent the progression of existing health problems, which is not the case here. C: Tertiary prevention focuses on managing and treating existing health conditions to prevent complications, not relevant in this scenario. D: Both primary and secondary preventions do not apply as the nurse is solely focusing on preventing health issues through education and promotion of healthy eating habits.
Question 3 of 5
Which action should the nurse take to meet the nutritional needs of a Jewish client?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Order a kosher meal for the client. This is because kosher dietary laws dictate specific guidelines for food preparation and consumption in Judaism. By ordering a kosher meal, the nurse ensures that the client's nutritional needs are met in accordance with their religious beliefs. B: Asking the client about their dietary preferences is not specific to meeting the nutritional needs of a Jewish client who follows kosher dietary laws. C: Having the meal served on paper plates does not address the specific dietary requirements of a Jewish client who follows kosher laws. D: Consulting with the dietitian may be helpful for general nutritional guidance, but specific knowledge of kosher dietary laws is required to meet the needs of a Jewish client.
Question 4 of 5
Which action should the nurse take to communicate with a client from a culture that is different from their own?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Pay attention to the client's nonverbal cues. This is essential when communicating with someone from a different culture as nonverbal cues can vary widely across cultures. By observing the client's body language, facial expressions, and gestures, the nurse can better understand their feelings and intentions. This helps in building rapport and showing respect for the client's communication style. Choice A (Using touch as a therapeutic tool) can be inappropriate in some cultures where touch may not be welcomed or may have different meanings. Choice B (Sit close to the client) may invade personal space depending on the cultural norms. Choice D (Maintain eye contact even if the client does not) can be misinterpreted as aggressive or disrespectful in some cultures where avoiding eye contact is a sign of respect.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is discussing the importance of regular exercise with a client diagnosed with hypertension. The
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Future time orientation. This is because regular exercise for a client diagnosed with hypertension focuses on preventing future health complications. By engaging in regular exercise, the client is looking towards improving their future health outcomes and managing their condition effectively. A: Past time orientation is incorrect as it would imply a focus on previous actions rather than future prevention. B: Present time orientation is incorrect as it implies a focus on current actions rather than future health benefits. C: Future time orientation is the correct choice as it aligns with the goal of preventing future health issues through regular exercise.