A nurse performs a reflective cultural self-assessment. Which of ...

[abern]

A nurse performs a reflective cultural self-assessment. Which of the following outcomes should the nurse expect?
 
  A) An accurate ranking of different cultures according to their specific merits
  B) Identification of the flaws and weaknesses of the nurse's own culture
  C) Progression from judgmental views of other cultures to recognition of positive attributes
  D) The ability to assess clients according to their cultural affiliation rather than individual characteristics

Question 2

Following knee replacement surgery 10 days earlier, a 79-year-old woman has been diagnosed with an infection in the knee.
 
  A sample of synovial fluid has been cultured in order to determine the causative microorganism and to select an appropriate antibiotic. This course of events characterizes what major health belief system?
 
  A) Magico-religious paradigm
  B) Holistic paradigm
  C) Scientific paradigm
  D) Analytical paradigm

[micaelaswann]

Answer to Question 1

Ans: C
The process of cultural competence is often described as a progression from judgmental attitudes and practices to positive approaches. It does not focus primarily on the deficits of one's own culture and it does not replace individualized assessment and care with cultural generalizations. Culturally competent care does not involve ranking different cultures.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C
The scientific (biomedical) health paradigm prioritizes cause-and-effect relationships (i.e., microorganisms and infection) along with manipulation of these through pharmacologic interventions and surgery. The holistic paradigm emphasizes the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit, and the magico-religious paradigm emphasizes supernatural factors. The analytical paradigm is not among the three major health belief systems.

[abern]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[rachel]

Excellent