Review of Knowledge (ROK)
Exam 2
Purpose
Key Concepts Chapters
Ethnic Minorities Ch. 2 and 3 (E)
emerging populations include ethnic minorities and persons who are
homeless
Ethnic minority populations could include Asian Americans/Pacific Islanders,
Blacks/African Americans, Latinos/Hispanic Americans, Native Americans,
and Arab Americans
ethnic minority groups are more likely to experience disparities in health
care and to have inadequate access to health care services as compared to
non-Hispanic Whites
Ethnicity is evidenced in customs that reflect the socialization and cultural Ch. 2 and 3 (E)
patterns of the group.
Refers to integrated patterns of human behavior that include the language,
thoughts, communications, actions, customs, beliefs, values, and
institutions of racial, ethnic, religious, or social groups
It is “shaped by values, beliefs, norms, and practices that are shared by
members of the same cultural group”
Culturally competent care Ch. 3, 5 and 25 (E)
Contributes to mitigating health disparities and increases the likelihood of
diagnosing diseases that would most likely affect a given culture.
Is delivered with knowledge of and sensitivity to cultural factors influencing
health behavior.
Respects the underlying personal and cultural reality of individuals.
Asian-American Culture Lesson Unit 4
The interests and honor of the family are more important than those of
individual family members. Older family members are usually respected and
have authority that is often unquestioned.
The oldest male family member often is the decision maker and
spokesperson. Maintaining harmony is an important value in Asian cultures,
and avoiding conflict and direct confrontation is strongly emphasized.
Tea plays a major role in Asian culture and ceremonies.
The family is extended with grandparents, uncles, aunts, and cousins as part of the
household. The oldest adult male is usually considered head of the household.
Buddhism is the most common religion.
Origami is the art of folding paper as expression.
Exam 2
Purpose
Key Concepts Chapters
Ethnic Minorities Ch. 2 and 3 (E)
emerging populations include ethnic minorities and persons who are
homeless
Ethnic minority populations could include Asian Americans/Pacific Islanders,
Blacks/African Americans, Latinos/Hispanic Americans, Native Americans,
and Arab Americans
ethnic minority groups are more likely to experience disparities in health
care and to have inadequate access to health care services as compared to
non-Hispanic Whites
Ethnicity is evidenced in customs that reflect the socialization and cultural Ch. 2 and 3 (E)
patterns of the group.
Refers to integrated patterns of human behavior that include the language,
thoughts, communications, actions, customs, beliefs, values, and
institutions of racial, ethnic, religious, or social groups
It is “shaped by values, beliefs, norms, and practices that are shared by
members of the same cultural group”
Culturally competent care Ch. 3, 5 and 25 (E)
Contributes to mitigating health disparities and increases the likelihood of
diagnosing diseases that would most likely affect a given culture.
Is delivered with knowledge of and sensitivity to cultural factors influencing
health behavior.
Respects the underlying personal and cultural reality of individuals.
Asian-American Culture Lesson Unit 4
The interests and honor of the family are more important than those of
individual family members. Older family members are usually respected and
have authority that is often unquestioned.
The oldest male family member often is the decision maker and
spokesperson. Maintaining harmony is an important value in Asian cultures,
and avoiding conflict and direct confrontation is strongly emphasized.
Tea plays a major role in Asian culture and ceremonies.
The family is extended with grandparents, uncles, aunts, and cousins as part of the
household. The oldest adult male is usually considered head of the household.
Buddhism is the most common religion.
Origami is the art of folding paper as expression.
