Question 1

Discord occurs in the workforce in every culture.However,in a multicultural workforce discord can be intensified because of issues related to all of the following except

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A)   Country of origin.
B)   Differences in assertiveness.
C)   Language differences.
D)   Homogeneity.

Question 2

An enlightened perspective in individualistic cultures is

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A)   Educational level of providers.
B)   Access to care.
C)   Affordability.
D)   Patient autonomy.

Question 3

The nurse is using an interpreter to interview the parents of a 3-year-old with an earache.The nurse should direct questions to

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A)   The father.
B)   The mother.
C)   The interpreter.
D)   Both parents.

Question 4

Of the following statements regarding lactose intolerance,which is true?

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A)   White-skinned people are more likely to have lactose intolerance.
B)   Dark-skinned people are more likely to have lactose intolerance.
C)   There is no difference in lactose intolerance between white- and dark-skinned people.
D)   Only people of Asian and American Indian descent have lactose intolerance. B

Question 5

A taboo practice for pregnant women among many cultures is that they should not reach their hands over their head while pregnant.This practice is believed to

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A)   Cause a miscarriage.
B)   Make the delivery more difficult.
C)   Cause the cord to wrap around the baby's neck.
D)   Decrease oxygenation to the fetus.

Question 6

In a low-context language

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A)   Most of the message is implied.
B)   Many words are used to express a thought.
C)   Words are more important than nonverbal communication.
D)   Voice volume and tone are low.

Question 7

A taboo belief among many cultures is that a pregnant should not

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A)   Exercise.
B)   Give in to cravings.
C)   Reach over her head.
D)   Engage in intercourse after the first trimester.

Question 8

The difference between a translation and an interpretation is

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A)   Interpretation is verbal.
B)   Translation is verbal.
C)   There are no differences between translation and interpretation.
D)   Interpretation is a higher level than translation.

Question 9

Which if the following is not one of the metaparadigm concepts in the Purnell Model for Cultural Competence?

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A)   Family
B)   Global society
C)   Spirituality
D)   Person C

Question 10

In the more developed countries,which one has the highest rates of obesity?

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A)   United States
B)   Canada
C)   Sweden
D)   Saudi Arabia

Question 11

Techniques to determine oxygenation needs in dark-skinned people include

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A)   Examining the skin using indirect lighting.
B)   Examining the palms of the hands.
C)   Comparing darker and lighter parts of the body.
D)   Pressing the skin and looking for blanching.

Question 12

Categorically imperative concepts of timeliness (being on time for appointments) are not shared by all cultures.What should the health-care provider do to help ensure that the client is on time for appointments?

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A)   Ignore the issue; some people will never be timely.
B)   Explain the importance of timeliness to treatments.
C)   Inform them that they will not be seen if they are late.
D)   Accept that they will be late and move on.

Question 13

Some individuals,regardless of cultural heritage,prefer traditional practitioners over Western allopathic practitioners.The most likely explanation for this is

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A)   Traditional practitioners are usually known by the individual and more trusted.
B)   Most individuals who prefer traditional practitioners cannot afford allopathic practitioners.
C)   Traditional practitioners specialize in specific health conditions.
D)   Traditional practitioners stress wellness and health promotion. A

Question 14

Cultural,ethnic,and racial diseases and illnesses can be grouped into three categories,which include all of the following except

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A)   Environment.
B)   Educational level of providers.
C)   Genetics.
D)   Lifestyle.

Question 15

A 4-year-old boy was brought to the emergency department by the paramedics.The nurse notices that he has a thin red cord tied around his wrist.The nurse should

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A)   Place it with the rest of his clothes.
B)   Tape it in place.
C)   Give it to the parents when they arrive.
D)   Leave it in place or put it in the pocket of his pants.

Exam 2: The Purnell Model for Cultural Competence

Discord occurs in the workforce in every culture.However,in a multicultural workforce discord can be intensified because of issues related to all of the following except

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An enlightened perspective in individualistic cultures is

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The nurse is using an interpreter to interview the parents of a 3-year-old with an earache.The nurse should direct questions to

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Of the following statements regarding lactose intolerance,which is true?

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A taboo practice for pregnant women among many cultures is that they should not reach their hands over their head while pregnant.This practice is believed to

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The difference between a translation and an interpretation is

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Which if the following is not one of the metaparadigm concepts in the Purnell Model for Cultural Competence?

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In the more developed countries,which one has the highest rates of obesity?

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Techniques to determine oxygenation needs in dark-skinned people include

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Categorically imperative concepts of timeliness (being on time for appointments) are not shared by all cultures.What should the health-care provider do to help ensure that the client is on time for appointments?

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Which if the following is not one of the metaparadigm concepts in the Purnell Model for Cultural Competence?

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Some individuals,regardless of cultural heritage,prefer traditional practitioners over Western allopathic practitioners.The most likely explanation for this is

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