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Mollykgkg · **on:** Aug 20, 2018

Give one example of a counseling strategy to use when working with a client of Japanese descent to encourage compliance without implying criticism.

Question 2

An individual can most easily alter his/her energy output by altering _____.
a. the time of day he/she exercises
b. the intensity, duration, and frequency of exercise
c. his/her eating patterns
d. the combination of foods eaten at a meal
e. the amount of sleep he/she gets per night

marict · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 20, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Japanese Americans often believe that the health care provider is a knowledgeable authority figure who will meet their needs without assistance. Most Americans of Japanese descent expect to be directed in their health care, yet are insulted if they are ordered to do anything that they feel requires only an explanation. Criticism of a client's health habits can lead to embarrassment and loss of effective communication. Concrete, structured approaches based on information gathered through an unhurried, in-depth interview that determines degree of acculturation and personal preferences are most effective.

Answer to Question 2

b