The Nurse in a Multicultural Health Clinic Recognizes That Many

question 10

Multiple Choice

The nurse in a multicultural health clinic recognizes that many cultures use non-Western means in combination with Western health care prescriptions to treat illness. The nurse needs to recognize that the individuals most likely to combine curanderismo with Western health care prescriptions are:

• A)African Americans
• B)Native Americans
• C)Asian Americans
• D)Mexican Americans

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Definitions:

Hyperventilation

The condition of breathing rapidly and deeply. Hyperventilating decreases the amount of carbon dioxide in the blood.

Dyspnea

A clinical term for the sensation of difficulty in breathing or shortness of breath, a common symptom of various medical conditions.

Tachypnea

A condition characterized by abnormally rapid breathing, often seen in response to various medical conditions.

Cocaine

A powerful and addictive stimulant drug derived from the leaves of the coca plant, primarily used recreationally.