Asked by Daniel Scicchitano on Apr 29, 2024
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An older Mexican-American woman with traditional beliefs has been admitted to an inpatient care unit. When admitting this patient, what would a culturally sensitive nurse do?
A) Contact the hospital administrator about the best course of action.
B) Arrange for a shaman for her, because requesting one herself is not culturally appropriate.
C) Further assess the patient's cultural beliefs and offer the patient assistance in contacting a curandero or priest if she desires.
D) Ask the family what they would like to do because Mexican-Americans traditionally give control of decision making to their families.
Curandero
A traditional folk healer or shaman in Latin American cultures, known for using herbal remedies, spiritualism, and rituals to treat physical and spiritual illnesses.
Shaman
A person regarded as having access to, and influence in, the world of good and evil spirits, often within indigenous cultures, and who typically uses trance states to practice healing and divination.
Culturally Sensitive
Having an awareness of, and respect for, the differences in cultures and beliefs, especially in professional practices.
- Provide culturally sensitive care by appropriately addressing patients' cultural and religious needs.
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Learning Objectives
- Provide culturally sensitive care by appropriately addressing patients' cultural and religious needs.
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