Question 1

Research shows that the traditional behavioral response of the Irish to pain is
1) Openly expressive for women but not for men.
2) Openly expressive for men but not for women.
3) Openly expressive for women and for men.
4) Stoic.

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Accepted Answer

Research suggests that the traditional Irish response to pain is stoic, meaning they tend to hide or suppress their pain rather than expressing it openly. This is believed to be influenced by cultural values of toughness and resilience.

Question 2

Margaret O'Brien,aged 76 years,is an Irish American.She is 3 days' postcoronary bypass.The nurse notices she is reluctant to take prescribed pain medication.The best approach to get her to accept pain medication is to
1) Give it to her without asking her.
2) Tell her that the doctor has ordered it.
3) Explain that the pain medicine will promote healing.
4) Explain that taking pain medicine is an expectation.

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Accepted Answer

Explaining to Margaret that pain medication will promote healing is the best approach as it provides a clear benefit to taking the medication and may alleviate any concerns she has. It also educates her on the importance of pain management post-surgery. Giving medication without asking or simply telling her it is doctor's orders may feel dismissive of her autonomy and create further reluctance. Simply stating it is an expectation may not provide enough information to address her concerns.

Question 3

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Accepted Answer

Traditional Irish reaction to death is a combination of their pagan past and current Christian beliefs. The Irish traditionally believed in an afterlife and the presence of spirits, which was later incorporated into Christian beliefs. They also placed great importance on funerals and wakes, which were seen as a way to honor the dead and provide comfort to the grieving family.

Question 4

In general,Irish men and women may care for each other in the health-care setting as long as
1) A chaperone of the same gender is present.
2) Privacy is maintained.
3) Sensitivity is maintained.
4) Privacy and sensitivity are maintained.

Accepted Answer

Both privacy and sensitivity must be maintained in order for Irish men and women to care for each other in the health-care setting. It is important to ensure patients feel comfortable and respected during medical treatments, which requires both privacy and sensitivity.

Question 5

Robert McDonald,a second-generation Irish American,has seen a nurse psychotherapist for the third time.His daughter has been encouraging him to see the nurse for 5 months because his wife died in an auto accident and he has been reluctant to show any emotions.He has increased his alcohol consumption during this time.The nurse psychotherapist recognizes that his behavior
1) Is short-lived and not an area for concern.
2) Is highly unusual for traditional Irish men.
3) Is consistent with the behavior of traditional Irish men.
4) Will require long-term therapy.

Accepted Answer

In traditional Irish culture, expressing emotions, especially grief, is often seen as a sign of weakness. This may lead to increased alcohol consumption as a coping mechanism. Therefore, Robert's behavior is consistent with the behavior of traditional Irish men. The fact that he has seen the nurse psychotherapist for the third time suggests that his behavior is not short-lived and may require ongoing therapy.

Deck 33: People of Irish Heritage