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FINALS Transcultural Flashcards

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  1. What are the components of culture?
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Kinship, health system, religion, politics, and economics.

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  1. What is ethnocentrism?
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The perception that one’s own culture or way of life is superior to others.

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  1. What is enculturation?
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The process by which individuals learn and internalize their culture.

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  1. What are culture-bound syndromes?
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Diseases unique to specific cultures or groups influenced by cultural beliefs.

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  1. What is biculturalism?
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A term used to describe a person who integrates two cultural lifestyles and sets of values.

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  1. What is ethnicity?
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A shared social and cultural heritage passed down through generations.

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  1. How is race determined?
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By physical features, such as skin color, bone structure, and blood groups.

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  1. What is stereotyping?
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The assumption that all people in a specific cultural or ethnic group are alike.

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  1. What does the Yin-Yang concept represent?
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Yin represents the feminine, dark, cold, and passive aspects, while Yang represents the masculine, bright, hot, and active aspects.

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  1. What are the six phenomena used to assess culturally unique individuals?
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Social organization, space, perception, communication, environmental control, and biological variations.

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  1. What is the importance of family in social organization?
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It serves as an interrelated unit with roles and patterns influencing health and behavior.

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  1. What is the role of personal space in culture?
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It defines comfort levels and varies between cultures and situations.

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  1. What are the four invisible boundaries of personal space?
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Inner spirit core, acceptable thoughts and feelings, unacceptable thoughts and feelings, and public image.

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  1. How does culture influence spatial behavior?
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It dictates comfort levels, proximity to others, and the perception of space.

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  1. What are distance receptors?
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Sensory receptors like eyes, ears, and nose that help examine distant objects.

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  1. What are immediate receptors?
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Sensory receptors like touch and skin membrane that assess objects up close.

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  1. How is visual perception significant in space understanding?
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It provides information at a faster rate and helps detect potential dangers.

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  1. What does auditory perception rely on?
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The ability to hear sounds and understand communication at various distances.

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  1. How is olfactory perception culturally significant?
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Certain cultures emphasize smells for communication and emotional connection.

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  1. What are exteroceptors?
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Receptors that sense heat, cold, touch, and pain.

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  1. What is the phenomenon of crowding?
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A feeling of discomfort when personal space is invaded, leading to emotional reactions.

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  1. How do tactile and visual space differ?
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Tactile space involves touch, while visual space depends on sight for perception.

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  1. What is proxemics?
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The study of human use of space in social and personal interactions.

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  1. What are the zones of proxemics?
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Intimate (0-18 inches), personal (18 inches-3 feet), and social (3-6 feet).

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  1. How does culture influence childbearing practices?
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Some cultures prefer group sleeping, while others encourage isolation in separate rooms.

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  1. What is the role of personal space in healing?
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It promotes security, privacy, autonomy, and self-identity.

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  1. How does crowding affect emotional states?
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It intensifies heat and emotional responses in a group setting.

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  1. What is the significance of auditory perception in visually impaired individuals?
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It helps them navigate spaces by understanding sound frequencies and distances.

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  1. How is space divided in Middle Eastern cultures?
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By gender and activities, such as secular and sacred.

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  1. What is the cultural importance of the head in Thai and Vietnamese traditions?
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The head is considered sacred and the seat of life.

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  1. How does culture affect personal space requirements?
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Some cultures prefer close proximity, while others value larger personal space.

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  1. What are the cultural differences in olfactory preferences?
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Some cultures value natural odors, while others use deodorants to suppress smells.

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  1. What is a healing environment in nursing?
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A space that provides security, privacy, and autonomy for patients.

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  1. How do tactile sensations promote intimacy in healthcare?
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Touch is integral to personal relationships and therapeutic care.

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  1. What is the significance of nomadic culture in spatial behavior?
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Nomads prefer temporary territories and have unique space requirements.

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  1. How does cultural diversity influence nursing care?
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It helps nurses create safer and less threatening environments for patients.

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  1. What is the importance of understanding a patient’s space requirements?
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To respect their comfort levels and cultural preferences.

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  1. How do territorial needs vary across cultures?
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Some cultures prioritize individual space, while others emphasize group spaces.

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  1. What is the role of communication in spatial behavior?
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It allows individuals to indicate comfort levels and set boundaries.

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  1. How does culture influence the use of space in living arrangements?
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It dictates the organization of living spaces, such as group sleeping or individual rooms.

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  1. What are proprioceptors?
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Nerves that provide information about muscle activity and position.

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  1. How do spatial requirements differ for Japanese culture?
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Japanese individuals often maintain more distance during conversations.

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  1. What is the impact of Western architecture on space perception?
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It emphasizes privacy with thick walls and defined rooms.

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  1. What role does olfactory perception play in emotional states?
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It differentiates individuals’ feelings and states of mind.

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  1. How is spatial behavior culturally learned?
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Through upbringing and exposure to cultural norms.

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  1. How does space invasion affect relationships?
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It can lead to discomfort, anxiety, or misinterpretation of intentions.

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  1. Why is cultural competence important for nurses?
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To effectively address diverse patients’ needs and improve healthcare outcomes.

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  1. How is security linked to personal space in healthcare?
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Patients feel more secure when their personal space is respected.

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  1. What does tactile space signify in healthcare?
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The importance of touch in building trust and delivering care.

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  1. Why is personal space essential in nursing communication?
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It facilitates effective interaction without causing discomfort.

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