Asked by Justin Schweikert on Jul 02, 2024
The nurse is beginning her assessment on a 35-year-old woman.The patient appears to be of Asian descent.As part of the nurse's cultural assessment,what question is most appropriate for the nurse to ask pertaining to race prior to documenting the patient's race?
A) "You appear to be Asian. Am I correct?"
B) "Can you tell me a little about your oriental background?"
C) "What race do you identify with and what name do you call it?"
D) "Which Asian country are you from?
Cultural Assessment
A systematic examination of the cultural beliefs, practices, and needs of individuals or communities to provide culturally appropriate healthcare and services.
Documenting Race
The practice of recording an individual’s race or ethnicity for various purposes, including medical, demographic, or legal documentation, often involved in discussions about health disparities and social justice.
- Understand the importance of appropriately identifying a patient's cultural background and individual identity.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the importance of appropriately identifying a patient's cultural background and individual identity.
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