Cultural Diversity-Nursing Qbank-2021

1. How is culture learned by each new generation? A) ethnic heritage B) involvement in religious activities C) formal and informal experiences D) belonging to a subculture 2. A nurse caring for patients in a culturally diverse neighborhood knows that culture affects the nurse’s interactions with patients. Which of the following is a characteristic of culture? Select all that apply. A) Culture guides what is acceptable behavior for people in a specific group. B) Modeling behavior is the primary means of transmitting culture. C) Culture is generally not affected by the group’s social and physical environment. D) Cultural practices and beliefs mainly remain constant as long as they satisfy a group’s needs. E) Culture influences the way people of a group view themselves, have expectations, and behave. F) Because of individual influences, there are differences both within and among cultures. 3. Which of the following statements is true of cultural assimilation? A) Mutual cultural assimilation occurs when characteristics from two groups are traded. B) Cultural assimilation is the integration of a majority group with a minority group. C) Moving to a different culture may result in psychological discomfort. D) Cultural assimilation is identifying with a collective cultural group, primarily based on common heritage. 4. Mr. Perez is a Mexican immigrant who migrated to the United States and lives in a Spanish-speaking community with other relatives. He is taken to the ER following a fall at work and is admitted to the hospital for observation. Which of the following is the nurse caring for Mr. Perez aware that he is at risk for? A) cultural assimilation B) cultural shock C) cultural imposition D) cultural blindness 5. What characteristic is used to describe racial categories? A) language B) skin color C) music preferences D) food likes and dislikes