The nurse is assisting in the preparation of a seminar on dietary ...

[armygirl]

The nurse is assisting in the preparation of a seminar on dietary preferences of different cultural and ethnic groups. For this presentation, which populations should the nurse identify as being lactose intolerant? (Select all that apply.)
 
  1. Asians
  2. Native Americans
  3. Eastern Europeans
  4. African Americans
  5. Mexican Americans

Question 2

The nurse is reviewing care that a non-English speaking client is going to need over the next shift. What impact of touch should the nurse consider before caring for this client? (Select all that apply.)
 
  1. The client's reaction to touch must be understood.
  2. It should be used in a deliberate empathetic manner.
  3. It is considered a form of non-verbal communication.
  4. The meaning of touch to the client must be understood.
  5. It can be used to communicate caring and understanding.

[canderson530]

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 1, 2, 4, 5

1. Most Asians are lactose intolerant.
2. Most Native Americans are lactose intolerant.
3. Eastern Europeans are not identified as being lactose intolerant.
4. Most African Americans are lactose intolerant.
5. Most Mexican Americans are lactose intolerant.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 1, 2, 4, 5

1. The nurse must be aware of the patient's reaction to touch to avoid communicating the wrong message.
2. It is important that touch be used in a deliberate, empathetic manner.
3. Facial expression, eye contact, and posture are important components of nonverbal communication.
4. The nurse must be alert to the meaning of touch to the client.
5. Touch can communicate caring and understanding.