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Metfan725 · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The nurse is assigned to provide care to a Muslim client who is diagnosed with diabetes. When planning the care for the shift, which factor may have the greatest impact on the care?

1. The client has a strong respect for the elders in the family.
2. Pork in the diet is forbidden.
3. The client may practice religious fasting.
4. Lamb and chicken are the main sources of protein.

Question 2

A seasoned nurse notes that a novice nurse voices frustration and a lack of appreciation for clients with differing health care beliefs and practices. Which action will best assist the seasoned nurse to improve the novice nurse's practice?

1. Advising the novice to reduce displays of frustration and lack of appreciation for the values of others.
2. Encouraging the novice to look closely at own cultural practices and beliefs.
3. Recommending a written reprimand for the novice nurse.
4. Requiring the novice nurse to meet with a counselor concerning ethnic biases.

macmac · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 3

During special religious events Muslims participate in fasting during the daylight hours. The diabetic client who engages in fasting and the nurse providing care will face unique challenges. The lack of pork in the diet does not hinder dietary planning. Lamb and chicken provide adequate, healthful alternatives. The respect for elders in the family has no impact on the successful plan of care.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 2
Ethnocentrism is the belief of one's personal beliefs to be superior to those held by others. The best manner in which to begin to manage and reduce these feelings is to begin the process of self-awareness. Simply reducing the comments and displays of frustration will not address the root cause of the problem. The underlying cause must be handled to resolve the issue. Administering a written reprimand will not handle the existing problem. Counseling and discipline may be warranted later in the process if the behaviors continue or worsen.