What actions would the nurse take when communicating with a ...

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What actions would the nurse take when communicating with a patient of Asian heritage?
 
  1. Nonverbal and contextual cueing should be understood and expected.
  2. Conversation should be initiated whenever the nurse is with the patient.
  3. Silence indicates a negative reaction to the person giving care.
  4. Questions should be phrased to be answered as yes or no.

Question 2

A patient of an Asian heritage tells the nurse that he practices Taoism. What are the basic tenets of this religion? Select all that apply.
 
  1. Pleasure is attained through marriage and family.
  2. Harmony between humans.
  3. Duty is demonstrated through civic participation.
  4. There are many paths to the same summit.

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Answer to Question 1

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Explanation: 1. Nonverbal and contextual cueing are cultural communication aspects of people of Asian heritage.
2. The use of silence is a cultural communication aspect and should not be interpreted as disengagement on the part of the patient.
3. Silence does not indicate a negative response, but is part of cultural communication for Asians.
4. Questioning should not be limited to single yes or no answers, as it can lead to misinterpretation of the patient by the caregiver.

Answer to Question 2

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Explanation: 1. Hinduism teaches that pleasure is achieved through marriage and family.
2. Taoism teaches harmony between humans.
3. Hinduism teaches that duty is demonstrated through civic participation.
4. Hinduism teaches that there are many paths to the same summit

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