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captainjonesify

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When assessing pain of a Hispanic male, the nurse must be especially observant of objective data because some Hispanic men:
 
  a. are suspicious of female caregivers.
  b. have a cultural bias against use of narcotics.
  c. believe pain is necessary for cure.
  d. feel it is unmanly to admit to pain.

Question 2

A 53-year-old woman complains of night sweats and mood swings. The nurse recognizes that these symptoms most likely relate to:
 
  a. menopause.
  b. weight problems.
  c. dietary problems.
  d. thyroid problems.



jesse.fleming

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Answer to Question 1

D
Many Hispanic men feel that to admit to being in pain is unmanly.

Answer to Question 2

A
Signs and symptoms of menopause may include sweats and mood swings.



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