You are treating a black Muslim man who has long-standing ...

[cartlidgeashley]

You are treating a black Muslim man who has long-standing diabetes and recently had a mild stroke from which he is recuperating. Which of the following would be an example of culturally sensitive nursing care?
 
  a. Inform him that while he is in the hospital, he must eat whatever is brought to him and take the insulin given him
  b. Discuss his diet with him, asking him if he has any special needs
  c. Request that the pharmacy send only nonpork insulin for him
  d. Both B and C

Question 2

Compression fractures of the spine are common in older adults with osteoporosis. What is the usual presenting complaint?
 
  a. Loss of control of urine
  b. Abdominal discomfort
  c. Pain in legs
  d. Acute lower back pain

[kswal303]

Answer to Question 1

D
Many black Muslims follow the Halal diet, which means they do not eat pork or any pork products. If he tells you that he follows this diet, you should discuss it with the dietitian, who can see that he does not receive any pork or pork products. Similarly, you should request that the pharmacy provide him only with nonpork insulin. (Most insulin is made from pig pancreas.)

Answer to Question 2

D
Acute lower back pain is the most common sign of a compression fracture of the spine. Pain that radiates into the legs (response C) and loss of bladder control (response A) are more commonly related to spinal nerve compression. Abdominal discomfort (response B) is not a usual symptom of problems with the spine.

[cartlidgeashley]

Correct answers!

[kswal303]

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