When Collecting Data, Which Question Provides the Best Understanding of the Patient's

question 25

Multiple Choice

When collecting data, which question provides the best understanding of the patient's culturally determined food patterns and assists with developing a culturally competent care plan?

• A) "What effect will hospitalization have on your family?"
• B) "What religious practices are important in your life?"
• C) "Do you use food to maintain health or treat illness?"
• D) "Describe the role of children in your family."

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Definitions:

Coping Methods

Coping methods are strategies or techniques that individuals use to manage or mitigate stress and emotional discomfort.

Emotional

Related to feelings or expressions of emotion, often indicating a person's mood or affective state.

Cognitive

Relating to mental processes such as awareness, perception, reasoning, and judgment.

Intellectual

Relating to the ability to think and understand ideas and information at a high level.