Chapter 3 - Diversity Flashcards
What is the definition of bisexual?
Someone sexually attracted to persons of both sexes
Define culture in the context of diversity.
Shared beliefs and values of a group, including beliefs, customs, practices, and social behavior
What does the term ‘ethnic’ refer to?
A group of people sharing a common racial, national, religious, linguistic, or cultural heritage
What is ethnogeriatrics?
The effects of ethnicity and culture on the health and well-being of older adults
What is the definition of gay?
Someone sexually attracted to a person of the same sex; homosexual
Define lesbian.
A woman who is sexually attracted to other women
What is the definition of race?
A group of people that share some biological characteristics
What does transgender mean?
A person whose identity, appearance, and/or behavior varies from that which the culture views as conventional for their gender
True or False: An understanding of cultural and ethnic differences can help erase stereotypes and biases.
True
What is projected to be the percentage of non-Hispanic White older adults by 2060?
64%
By 2040, what percentage of older adults will belong to a minority racial or ethnic group?
34%
List key aspects nurses need to understand for culturally competent care.
- Experiences of persons with similar ethnic/racial backgrounds
- Beliefs, values, traditions, and practices of various ethnic and racial groups
- Unique health-related needs, experiences, and risks
- One’s own attitude and beliefs toward various ethnic/racial groups
- Language barriers affecting communication
What are some factors influenced by ethnic norms?
- Diet
- Compliance with self-care and medical treatments
- Trust with health care providers
- Responsibilities and roles in old age
What is a common perspective of Hispanic Americans regarding old age?
Old age is viewed positively
True or False: Older black adults have lower life expectancies that equal those of white counterparts after the seventh decade of life.
True
What are prevalent health problems among Black Americans?
- Hypertension
- Heart disease
- Cancer
- Diabetes
What percentage of the U.S. population is comprised of Asian Americans?
More than 5%
What are common health practices among Chinese Americans?
Based on ‘Yin and Yang’, use of senses for assessing medical problems, herbs, acupuncture, and massage
What is a significant belief held by most Jewish Americans regarding autopsy?
Autopsy is usually opposed
What is the general perception of older adults in Native American cultures?
Older adults are viewed with respect and as leaders (‘elders’)
What dietary restrictions do Muslims typically follow?
Halal foods and fasting
What challenges do LGBTQ older adults commonly face?
- Fear of rejection and neglect by caregivers
- Higher rates of poor physical and mental health
- Higher rates of smoking and alcohol consumption
What is one powerful means to improve nursing care for individuals of different cultures?
Learning about cultural influences by asking patients to describe their life stories
