Concepts chap 14 and 15 questions Flashcards
respecting accepted patterns of communication and refraining from speaking in ways that are disrespectful of a persons cultural beliefs displays ?
cultural sensitivity
nurses must not ? a pt by applying an overall opinion of a cultural group to that individual
sterotype
different ? of a language reflect regional variations with different pronunciation, grammar, or word meanings
dialects
the shared values, beliefs, and practices shared by a majority of a group of people are termed their
culture
a groups ? is the way in which they explain life events and view lives mysteries
world view
a ? identifies common trends, patterns, and beliefs of a group.
generalization
? may leave a window open when someone dies so that the soul can leave
pacific islanders
? groups are differentiated by geographic, religious, social, or language differences
Ethnic
many asians/pacific islanders believe that health id dependent on the flow of ?
chi’i
many asians also believe that the forces of yin and yang must be in balance in order to be in good health
Asians
many ? may seek the services of a curandero (folk healer) when ill.
hispanic americans
many ? often show caring by offering food
Arab americans
the distance from each other at which people are comfortable when conversing is called
personal space
food prepared according to ? dietary laws is labeled Kosher
Jewish
many are vegetarians and avoid pork
seventh day adventist
no prok or alcoholic beverages. all meat must be killed and blessed in a special way before being able to eat it
Muslim
Kosher - no meat and diary products touching and use of separate utensils
Jewish
many vegetarian b/c they believe eating meat involves harming a living creature
Hindu
Hospitalized pts excused from fasting from meat and dairy products on holy days
Eastern Orthodox
what are ways in which you can achieve cultural competence
keep an open mind and try to look at the world through the perspectives of diverse cultures
cultural awareness involves?
knowledge of a persons history and ancestry and an appreciation for their artistic expressions, foods, and celebrations
areas in which cultural difference is evident are (6)
communication, view of time, organization of the family, nutrition, issues related to death and dying, health care beliefs
ideas and perceptions seen as good and useful are termed
values
during illness or when facing death are times when religious and spiritual beliefs may be strengthened questioned or
rejected
religious beliefs and rituals are interwoven into a groups
culture
for ? death is viewed as a transition
christians
a precept of ? is that it emphasizes equality of the races and social classes and attempts to promote brotherhood
Islam
Circumcision of the ? male infant is to be don’t on the 8th day of life
Jewish
many ? believe that illness is caused by misuse of the body or a consequence of sin committed in a previous life
Hindus
? believe that liberation from anxiety through following Buddhas teachings is important in promoting health and recovery
Buddhists
? believe that illness or disease is due to an imbalance in Yin and Yang
Taoists
Dr. M.M leininger claims that ? is what all people need most to grow, remain well, avoid illness, and survive or face death
human caring
the ? pt may avoid eye contact when talking with someone they consider an authority figure or who is older
vietnameses
in european american culture ? inches is the usual space between people that is comfortable when they are talking together
18 inches
an orientation toward the future is a ? dominant cultural trait in the united states, but not of the african american or the hispanic american cultures
European American
foods considered hot or cold within some cultures are based on characteristics other than ?
temp
all cultures have an element of ? medicine that is handed down through families for treatment of common illnesses
fold or home remedy
two cultures that do not place a lot of value on punctuality and schedules are the
hispanic american and the african americans
Diabetes is more common among the ? and ? population due to a genetic susceptibility
Hispanic and American indian
religious group that does not believe in using the services of physicians in most instances is
christian scientists
if your jewish pt requested a religious advisor you would call a
rabbi
orthodox jews should never be served which two items at the same meal?
milk and meat
many hindus believe that
what happens to them is the will of god
family households where men and women share the responsibilities are called
egalitarian
a cultural group in which families are often matriarchal is
african americans
tay sachs disease a genetic disorder is more common among
eastern european jews
cultures that view foods as hot or cold based on their effect in the body are
asian american and hispanic american
culture is the
values, beliefs, and practices of a people
knowing who is dominant person in the family is important because the dominate person
tends to make health care decisions
sickle cell disease is a genetically transmitted disorder. sickle cell trait is most prevalent among
african or Mediterranean
these pts beliefs forbid organ donation
Muslim
