Before interviewing an Hispanic family, what is the most ...

[kellyjaisingh]

Before interviewing an Hispanic family, what is the most important action for the nurse to take?
 
  a. Compliment each member on some visible asset
  b. Establish rapport, and gain trust and confidence
  c. Greet them in Spanish even if badly spoken and accented
  d. Recognize the male as the authority figure in the family

Question 2

Which of the following responsibilities does the occupational health nurse (OHN) have in relation to an injured employee and the Workers' Compensation Act?
 
  a. To assist the employee in obtaining legal representation to negotiate a financial settlement
  b. To assist the employer to work out a settlement with the employee to avoid legal suits against the employer
  c. To file a claim for the employee with Workers' Compensation to ensure continued full salary until the employee is able to return to work
  d. To work with the employee to keep the employee informed, limit disability, and provide opportunity for rapid return to employment

[Jossy]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Regardless of the culture of the client family, it is crucial to establish rapport and gain trust and confidence before attempting to gather data. First impressions are important and the nurse should ensure a mutually respectful relationship is created. Thus, starting by providing compliments, greeting them with poor Spanish, or assuming that the male is the authority in the family may all lead to an unacceptable first impression of the nurse to the family.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
The Workers' Compensation Act protects the employer if the compensation received by the employee precludes legal suits against the employer. Workers receive an average of 66 of their take-home pay before taxes. The OHN educates the employee regarding benefits under the Workers' Compensation Act and is often the one who files the claim. The goal is to limit the worker's disability and provide an opportunity for early return to work through appropriate workplace accommodations.

[kellyjaisingh]

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[Jossy]

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