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joesmith1212

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When providing nursing care to an African American individual, which of the following cultural factors should the nurse consider?
 
  A) Values and beliefs are often present oriented.
  B) Families are usually patriarchal.
  C) They possess weak religious affiliations.
  D) Families are highly competitive.

Question 2

The nurse is obtaining a health history from a patient of Puerto Rican descent. Which of the following is most likely to be a health problem that has a cultural connection for this patient?
 
  A) Lactose enzyme deficiency
  B) Tuberculosis
  C) Sickle cell anemia
  D) Suicide



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Answer to Question 1

Ans: A
Cultural factors that should be considered when providing care to the African American family include the recognition that the family is usually matriarchal, values and beliefs are present oriented, there is strong family unity and cooperation, and families are frequently highly religious and highly respect the African American clergy.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A
Common health problems that may affect the Puerto Rican population include lactose enzyme deficiency and parasitic diseases. Tuberculosis is a common health problem for the Native American population. Sickle cell anemia predominantly affects the African American population, and suicide is a common health problem for the Native American and white middle-class populations.




joesmith1212

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


smrtceo

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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