Exam 1 - Chapter 13 Flashcards
How is the population of the United States changing?
Growth will occur because of ongoing immigration
What is meant by Leininger’s term “culture universal”?
Commonalities of values, norms, and life patterns that are held in all cultures
A nurse carefully explained that the medication had to be taken three times a day, with each meal. The patient came to the clinic with symptoms of medication overdose. How should the nurse respond?
Can you tell me when in the day you and your family eat?
In a client’s culture it was exceedingly rude to ask any question about income or wealth. How might the nurse draw conclusions about the client’s socioeconomic status (SES) or ability to pay?
Ask about education or employment position
A woman stood very close to the nurse and asked a question about her husband’s condition. The nurse took a step back and shared the requested information. No other questions were asked. Was this a successful interaction?
No because the woman and the nurse had a different perceptions of personal space
What can balance the fact that poverty is typically a major factor in certain groups having poorer health?
Strong family and community support for healthy bx
What did the federal government do to help improve health disparities among minorities?
Created National Center on Minority Health and Health Disparities
What would be most helpful in caring for a patient from a different culture?
Be aware of cultural similarities and differences between the nurse and the client
Why is it challenging to give care to someone from a minority group?
Communications may be unfamiliar
Few members of minority group are nurses themselves
Nurse may have to confront personal values and beliefs
What are the most important factors in reducing disparities in health outcomes between different cultural groups?
Access to a health care provider
Health care insurance
