Asked by Kiana Cencula on May 10, 2024

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A nurse is performing a cultural assessment using the ETHNIC mnemonic for communication. Which area will the nurse assess for the "H"?

A) Health
B) Healers
C) History
D) Homeland

ETHNIC Mnemonic

A tool used by healthcare professionals to remember and address communication barriers, including Explanation, Treatment, Healers, Negotiate, Intervention, and Collaboration.

Cultural Assessment

Systematic and comprehensive examination of the cultural care values, beliefs, and practices of individuals, families, and communities.

  • Conduct cultural assessments effectively using mnemonics like ETHNIC to gather comprehensive cultural information.
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Norma PerezMay 17, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The "H" in ETHNIC stands for healers: Has the patient sought advice from alternative health practitioners? While health, history, and homeland are important, they are not components of "H."