The nurse wants to develop an awareness of the practices of ...

[cnetterville]

The nurse wants to develop an awareness of the practices of different cultures within the community. One aspect of culture is invisible, or less observable to others.
 
  Which of the following is an example of this invisible component of culture? a. Wearing cotton garments
  b. Wearing an amulet or charm
  c. Using prayer beads or candles
  d. Spiritual connection

Question 2

An obese patient is admitted for abdominal surgery. The nurse recognizes that this patient is more susceptible to which of the following postoperative complications?
 
  a. Anemia
  b. Seizures
  c. Protein loss
  d. Dehiscence

[nmyers]

Answer to Question 1

D

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A The wearing of cotton garments is a visible (easily seen) component of culture.
B An example of a visible (easily seen) component of culture is the wearing of an amulet or charm.
C An example of a visible (easily seen) component of culture is the use of prayer beads or candles.
D An example of an invisible (less observable) aspect of Aboriginal culture is people's spiritual connection to the natural world. The importance of the harmony of this connection is understood, as is the wholeness that results when the spiritual, physical, mental, emotional, and relational parts of the self are integrated.

Answer to Question 2

D

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A An obese patient is not at greater risk for anemia. A patient who is malnourished is more susceptible to being anemic.
B An obese patient is not more susceptible to seizures.
C An obese patient is not more susceptible to protein loss. A patient with liver disease may have altered protein metabolism.
D An obese patient is susceptible to poor wound healing and wound infection because of the structure of fatty tissue, which contains a poor blood supply. This increases the risk for dehiscence.

[cnetterville]

Excellent

[epscape]

YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review