Question 1

Monochronic refers to cultures whose members are linear in their thinking,sequential in behavior,and clock- and work-oriented.Which of the following best exemplifies a monochronic culture?&#10;A) Western European&#10;B) Latino&#10;C) Asian&#10;D) Arab

Accepted Answer

Monochronic cultures, such as those in Western Europe, prioritize schedules, punctuality, and a linear approach to tasks, distinguishing them from the more flexible, relational approaches seen in Latino, Asian, and Arab cultures.

Question 2

All of the following cultures are polychronic in their characteristics except which one?&#10;A) Latino&#10;B) Arab&#10;C) Western European&#10;D) Asian

Accepted Answer

Western European cultures are generally considered monochronic, meaning they prefer to do one thing at a time, value punctuality, and have a linear perception of time. This contrasts with polychronic cultures, which are more flexible with time and often multitask.

Question 3

When working with Hispanic,African,or African American clients,the dental hygienist should avoid which of the following?&#10;A) Forcing eye contact&#10;B) Head bobbing&#10;C) Hand gestures&#10;D) Close physical proximity

Accepted Answer

Forcing eye contact can be seen as disrespectful in some Hispanic and African cultures.

Question 4

Ethnocentrism makes it difficult for healthcare providers to:&#10;A) Assess oral healthcare needs&#10;B) Plan evidence-based care&#10;C) Implement quality of care&#10;D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

Ethnocentrism, the belief in the inherent superiority of one's own ethnic group or culture, can hinder healthcare providers in various ways. It can make it difficult to accurately assess the oral healthcare needs of patients from different cultural backgrounds, plan care that is evidence-based yet culturally sensitive, and implement quality care that respects the diverse values and practices of all patients.

Question 5

In different parts of the world,eye contact is viewed in different ways.Persons from which of the following countries interpret continuous eye contact as rude?&#10;A) Developing countries&#10;B) England&#10;C) Africa&#10;D) Asia

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

People in the upper socioeconomic level of society live longer and experience less disability than those from low-income groups.This is because persons from higher socioeconomic groups can afford high-quality housing,foods,and healthcare.

A) Both statements are true.
B) Both statements are false.
C) The first statement is true;the second statement is false.
D) The first statement is false;the second statement is true.

Accepted Answer

Both statements are true. People in higher socioeconomic levels generally have access to better healthcare, nutrition, and living conditions, which can contribute to longer lifespans and reduced disability.

Question 7

What term refers to the fact that individuals are more than the total sum of their parts?&#10;A) Humanism&#10;B) Race&#10;C) Gesticulation&#10;D) Holism

Accepted Answer

Holism is the concept that systems (physical, biological, chemical, social, economic, mental, linguistic, etc.) and their properties should be viewed as wholes, not just as a collection of parts. In the context of individuals, it suggests that a person is more than just the sum of their parts (e.g., their physical body, thoughts, and experiences).

Question 8

Touching can communicate all of the following except which one?&#10;A) Empathy&#10;B) Pleasure&#10;C) Closeness&#10;D) Embarrassment

Accepted Answer

Touching can communicate a variety of emotions and feelings such as empathy, pleasure, and closeness, but it is not typically used to communicate embarrassment. Embarrassment is more often conveyed through facial expressions, body language, and verbal communication rather than through touch.

Question 9

It is helpful to think of race as which of the following?&#10;A) A clear indicator of someone's attitudes and beliefs&#10;B) The best way of classifying people&#10;C) A box to check on a health form&#10;D) A socially constructed system

Accepted Answer

Race is considered a socially constructed system, meaning it is an idea that has been created and accepted by the people in a society. It does not have a biological basis but has real consequences and influences on individuals' lives due to the social meanings attached to racial categories.

Question 10

When treating a culturally diverse client,longer time should be scheduled for all of the following except which one?&#10;A) Translation of forms and health history interview&#10;B) Repetition of information&#10;C) Removal of increased calculus&#10;D) Clarification of homecare instructions

Accepted Answer

The need for longer time in treating a culturally diverse client typically relates to communication barriers (such as translation of forms and health history interview, repetition of information, and clarification of homecare instructions), not to the physical condition of the client's oral health, such as "removal of increased calculus."

Question 11

Gesticulation refers to signals made by a person with his or her face,hands,arms,or head that communicate a message,for example,an emotion.Gesticulation is a form of nonverbal communication.&#10;A) Both statements are true.&#10;B) Both statements are false.&#10;C) The first statement is true;the second statement is false.&#10;D) The first statement is false;the second statement is true.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Gesticulation refers to signals made by a...

Question 12

Persons living in poverty possess some specific common characteristics.Which of the following characteristic(s)is (are)related to poverty?&#10;A) Unemployment&#10;B) Alcohol or drug abuse&#10;C) Receipt of government assistance&#10;D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

The answer of Persons living in poverty possess some specific...

Question 13

Using a nonjudgmental approach,a dental hygienist can assess the client's level of oral health knowledge by asking which of the following questions?&#10;A) How many years have you been in this country?&#10;B) What do you use to treat mouth problems?&#10;C) How often do you see a dentist?&#10;D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

The answer of Using a nonjudgmental approach,a dental hygienist can...

Question 14

Assessing the client's culture-specific information is a necessary component of the dental hygiene process of care.Clients from other cultures embrace Western culture and its healthcare system.&#10;A) Both statements are true.&#10;B) Both statements are false.&#10;C) The first statement is true;the second statement is false.&#10;D) The first statement is false;the second statement is true.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Assessing the client's culture-specific information is a...

Question 15

_____ is defined as someone's income,occupation,and level of education.&#10;A) Culture&#10;B) Socioeconomic status&#10;C) Holism&#10;D) Cross-cultural dental hygienist

Accepted Answer

The answer of _____ is defined as someone's income,occupation,and level...

Question 16

What term refers to the healthcare professional's skill in effectively integrating the client's socioethnocultural background into the process of healthcare?&#10;A) Cross-cultural competence&#10;B) Cultural diversity&#10;C) Ethnocentrism&#10;D) Gesticulation

Accepted Answer

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Question 17

Access to care is a major national health policy issue for which of one of the following countries?&#10;A) United States&#10;B) Germany&#10;C) Japan&#10;D) Canada

Accepted Answer

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Question 18

When language is a barrier,the dental hygienist may find it necessary to use a translator to aid in client-practitioner communication.A translator may hinder the client from sharing potentially embarrassing,yet important,health history information.

A) Both statements are true.
B) Both statements are false.
C) The first statement is true;the second statement is false.
D) The first statement is false;the second statement is true.

Accepted Answer

The answer of When language is a barrier,the dental hygienist...

Question 19

For a dental hygienist to provide the best quality of care to persons from different ethnic or cultural backgrounds,the dental hygienist must:&#10;A) Be multilingual&#10;B) Be ethnocentric&#10;C) Possess intercultural communication skills&#10;D) None of the above

Accepted Answer

The answer of For a dental hygienist to provide the...

Question 20

Attitudes that reflect strong cultural preferences,stereotypes,and prejudices are not major barriers in the communication process.These types of client and practitioner attitudes enhance the process of care.

A) Both statements are true.
B) Both statements are false.
C) The first statement is true;the second statement is false.
D) The first statement is false;the second statement is true.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Attitudes that reflect strong cultural preferences,stereotypes,and prejudices...

Deck 5: Cross-Cultural Practice