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Mr3Hunna

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The client voices concerns about chronic health problems. The nurse explains the importance of participating in screening tests for physical changes. Which of the following statements indicates understanding by the client?
 
  A) I should start having bone density studies annually once I reach menopause.
  B) Diabetes screening should be done every 2 years.
  C) Annual skin examinations should be performed to review changes and problematic areas.
  D) I will need to update my tetanus booster every 5 years.

Question 2

The geriatric nurse wants to improve the ability to provide Cultural Care to older patients. What steps will the nurse need to perform to improve cultural competency? Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. Become aware of patients' life trajectories.
  2. Become aware of individual ethnocultural heritage.
  3. Assume that all people of the same culture have similar beliefs.
  4. Recognize adaptations patients made to live in the North American culture.
  5. Focus on the patients' ethnocultural heritage as the strongest link in the triad.



itsakadoozi

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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

1,2,4
Rationale: One step to develop cultural competency is becoming aware of patients' life trajectories. This will support mutual respect between the patient, caregiver, and nurse.



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