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Mr.Thesaxman

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on: Jul 8, 2018
How may people of a Swedish heritage treat insect bites?
 
  1. Applying boric acid to the bite
  2. Applying alcohol to the bite
  3. Applying a poultice
  4. Applying ashes

Question 2

Which HEALTH protection activity would a patient of a Native American heritage practice?
 
  1. Dressing appropriately for the weather.
  2. Prevent evil spirits by not looking at a mirror at night.
  3. Eat sorghum molasses.
  4. Keep onions under the bed to keep nasal passages clear.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 8, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Explanation: 1. Applying boric acid is not a Swedish practice.
2. Applying alcohol is not a Swedish practice
3. Applying a poultice has been reported to be a Swedish practice
4. Applying ashes is not a Swedish practice.

Answer to Question 2

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Explanation: 1. Dressing appropriately for the weather is among the HEALTH protection practices of many Native Americans.
2. Preventing evil spirits by not looking at a mirror at night is a HEALTH protection practice for Irish Americans.
3. Eating sorghum molasses is a HEALTH protection practice for Swedish-Americans.
4. Keeping onions under the bed to keep nasal passages clear is a HEALTH protection practice for Irish-Americans.


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