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karateprodigy

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on: Jul 22, 2018
In assessing the spiritual health of her patients, the nurse understands that
 
  a. Spiritual beliefs change as patients grow and develop.
  b. Spiritual health in older adults leads to peace and acceptance of others.
  c. Older adults often express spirituality by focusing on themselves.
  d. The basis of beliefs among older people is focused on one or two factors.

Question 2

In Western versus non-Western cultures, differences are noted in the cultural contexts of health and illness. The nurse is aware that the overall treatment in Western culture falls into which of the following categories?
 
  a. Naturalistic
  b. Herbal
  c. Holistic
  d. Specialty focused


raili21

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Spiritual beliefs change as patients grow and develop. Health spirituality in older adults leads to peace and acceptance of self. However, older adults often express their spirituality by turning to important relationships and giving of themselves to others. Beliefs among older people vary based on many factors, such as gender, past experience, religion, economic status, and ethnic background.

Answer to Question 2

D
The overall treatment in Western culture is specialty focused.
Some non-Western cultures use a naturalistic approach for the method of diagnosis.
The treatment in some non-Western cultures involves herbal therapy.
The treatment in some non-Western cultures is holistic in nature.


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