Question 1

Match between columns
                        Premises: Non-verbal communication
Rituals
Spiritual
Social customs

Accepted Answer

The Answer of Christenings and Special greetings and Eye contact is...

Question 2

Match between columns
                        Premises: Acculturation
Ethnocentrism
Prejudice
Assimilation
Stereotyping
Diversity

Accepted Answer

The Answer of A negative belief that is based on is...

Question 3

The nurse is working in a clinic setting and is meeting a new client for the first time. In order to convey cultural sensitivity, the nurse should introduce herself in the following way:

Accepted Answer

CIntroducing oneself with both first and last name, as well as the role in the clinic, shows professionalism and respect, which are key components of cultural sensitivity. Option C also conveys a welcoming and friendly attitude by inviting the client to use the nurse's first name, which can make the interaction feel more personal and respectful of individual preferences.

Question 4

The nurse is evaluating the following goal: Client will select low-fat foods from a list by the end of the month. The client, who is from a different culture, has not been able to achieve this goal. The nurse should:

Accepted Answer

The client's cultural beliefs may be affecting their ability to select low-fat foods. The nurse should assess the client's beliefs and work with them to adapt the goal or find an alternative solution that is culturally appropriate. Simply extending the time frame or reiterating the importance of the goal may not address the underlying issue. Selecting a different goal may be appropriate if it aligns better with the client's beliefs and values.

Question 5

A home health client participates in cultural health practices that the nurse feels may be detrimental to his health. In order to remain attentive to cultural sensitivity and provide appropriate cultural nursing care, the nurse should:

Accepted Answer

The nurse should engage in a dialogue with the client to understand his cultural practices and beliefs, and then provide information about the potential health outcomes, allowing the client to make an informed decision. This approach respects cultural sensitivity while ensuring the client is aware of the implications of his choices.

Question 6

The purpose of undertaking cultural assessment is to:

Accepted Answer

Cultural assessment aims to understand a client's cultural background and heritage consistency to provide culturally competent care.

Question 7

The nurse must complete a focused, physical assessment on a client after coming to the unit from another floor. Before performing the cardiac assessment, the nurse should:

Accepted Answer

The nurse should explain the procedure to the client and wait for permission to continue, ensuring informed consent and cooperation during the assessment.

Question 8

A client on a medical unit is a Jew who observes kosher customs. Which of the following food items would be appropriate to serve this client, assuming all have been properly inspected and prepared?

Accepted Answer

Observing kosher customs means following strict dietary laws, which include not eating certain animals or animal products such as pork, shellfish, or meat and dairy together. Fish and vegetables would be an appropriate meal option that follows these customs, along with hot tea, which does not contain any prohibited ingredients. The other options contain items that are not allowed in a kosher diet.

Quiz 19: Culture, Nursing and Indigenous Health

Match the following terms in relation to a cultural assessment with the relevant description.

Match the following terms (only one answer per term).