Asked by Vanessa Cadet on Sep 30, 2024
The sibling of an Asian American patient tells the nurse, "My sister needs help for pain. She cries from the hurt." Which understanding by the nurse will contribute to culturally competent care for this patient? Persons of an Asian American heritage
A) often express emotional distress with physical symptoms.
B) will probably respond best to a therapist who is impersonal.
C) will require prolonged treatment to stabilize these symptoms.
D) should be given direct information about the diagnosis and prognosis.
Asian American Heritage
A term referring to the culture, traditions, and history of Americans of Asian descent.
Emotional Distress
Psychological suffering that can result from trauma, anxiety, depression, or other mental health conditions.
Physical Symptoms
Tangible or observable signs of an illness or condition, such as pain, fever, or rash.
- Comprehend the fundamentals of culturally proficient care.
- Integrate cultural considerations in assessing mental health symptoms and conditions.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the fundamentals of culturally proficient care.
- Integrate cultural considerations in assessing mental health symptoms and conditions.
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