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BRWH

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A nurse is developing cultural competence. Which of the following indicates that the nurse is in the process of developing cultural knowledge? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Examining personal sociocultural heritage
  B) Reviewing personal biases and prejudices
  C) Seeking resources to further understanding of other cultures
  D) Becoming familiar with other culturally diverse lifestyles
  E) Performing a competent cultural assessment
  F) Advocating for social justice to eliminate disparities

Question 2

A nurse is preparing a presentation for a local health fair about meningitis and has developed a display that lists the following causes: Streptococcus group B Haemophilus influenzae type B Streptococcus pneumoniae Neisseria meningitidis Which
 
  of these would the nurse highlight as the most common cause of meningitis in newborns? A) Streptococcus group B
  B) Haemophilus influenzae type B
  C) Streptococcus pneumoniae
  D) Neisseria meningitides



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Answer to Question 1

C, D
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When developing cultural knowledge, the nurse would seek resources to increase understanding of different sociocultural groups and become familiar with culturally/ethnically diverse groups, worldviews, beliefs, practices, lifestyles, and problem-solving styles. Examining one's personal sociocultural heritage and personal biases and prejudices are components involved with developing cultural awareness. Performing a competent cultural assessment and advocating for social justice are components involved with developing cultural skills.

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Meningitis due to Streptococcus group B along with Escherichia coli is most common in newborns and infants. H. influenzae type B is a common cause in infants between the ages of 6 and 9 months. S. pneumoniae and N. meningitides are common causes in children older than 3 months and in adults.




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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


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Gracias!

 

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