Nurses with an Understanding of Cultural Differences Regarding Likely Reactions

question 6

Multiple Choice

Nurses with an understanding of cultural differences regarding likely reactions to pain are better able to help patients.Women from which of the following ethnic groups would be most likely to be stoic in response to labour pain?

• A) Chinese women
• B) Arab or Middle Eastern women
• C) First Nations women
• D) African-Canadian women

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Definitions:

Back Pain

Back pain is discomfort or pain felt in the back, which can be acute or chronic, and can result from various factors such as injury, activity, or some medical conditions.

Blepharoptosis

A medical condition characterized by the drooping or falling of the upper eyelid.

Drooping Eyelid

A condition known medically as ptosis, characterized by the upper eyelid falling to a lower position than normal, potentially obstructing vision.

Sagging

The condition of drooping or sinking under weight or pressure, often referring to structures or physical appearance.