Question 1

The fact that most recent Hispanic immigrants have better health than more affluent people residing in the U.S. for a longer time is referred to as:&#10;A) statistical error&#10;B) acculturation&#10;C) Hispanic paradox&#10;D) cultural bias

Accepted Answer

The "Hispanic paradox" refers to the observation that Hispanic immigrants tend to have better health outcomes than expected, given their lower socioeconomic status, often better than more affluent U.S. residents.

Question 2

The worldview of the Hispanics can be characterized as:&#10;A) future-oriented&#10;B) present-oriented&#10;C) skeptical&#10;D) individualistic

Accepted Answer

Hispanic culture often emphasizes a present-oriented worldview, focusing on living in the moment and valuing relationships and experiences over future planning.

Question 3

Hispanic teen pregnancy rates are:&#10;A) low because Hispanics are religious-oriented&#10;B) low because Hispanic families are extended and supportive&#10;C) highest of all groups but declining like all other groups&#10;D) high due to continuous increase

Accepted Answer

Hispanic teen pregnancy rates are the highest among all ethnic groups in the U.S., but they have been declining over the years, similar to trends seen in other groups.

Question 4

In the Hispanic community, an illness that results from a frightful experience is known as:&#10;A) susto&#10;B) mal de ojo&#10;C) empacho&#10;D) currendero

Accepted Answer

Susto is a cultural illness in the Hispanic community believed to be caused by a frightening experience, leading to symptoms like anxiety, depression, and restlessness.

Question 5

A traditional folk healer in Mexican traditions is known as:&#10;A) espiritismo&#10;B) santeria&#10;C) curandero&#10;D) empacho

Accepted Answer

A curandero is a traditional folk healer or shaman in Mexican and Latin American cultures, known for using natural remedies and spiritual practices to treat ailments.

Question 6

All of the following diseases are prevalent in the Hispanic community except:&#10;A) Arthritis&#10;B) Diabetes&#10;C) Heart disease&#10;D) HIV/AIDS

Accepted Answer

Arthritis is not specifically more prevalent in the Hispanic community compared to other groups, whereas diabetes, heart disease, and HIV/AIDS have been noted to have higher prevalence rates in this community.

Question 7

All of the following are appropriate health promotion practices for the Hispanic community except:&#10;A) Use family-based interventions when possible&#10;B) Inquire about complementary and alternative medicine treatments used&#10;C) Ensure that all information is available in English&#10;D) Use appropriate titles to show respect

Accepted Answer

Ensuring that all information is available in English is not appropriate for the Hispanic community, as language barriers can exist. Providing information in Spanish or the preferred language of the community members is crucial for effective communication and health promotion.

Question 8

The Afro-Caribbean religion knows as the &#34;Way of the Saints.&#34;&#10;A) Espiritismo&#10;B) Santeria&#10;C) Catholicism&#10;D) None of these

Accepted Answer

Santeria, also known as "The Way of the Saints," is an Afro-Caribbean religion that blends African traditions with Catholicism.

Question 9

The Latin American belief that good and evil spirits can affect life, health, and luck.&#10;A) Espiritismo&#10;B) Santeria&#10;C) Catholicism&#10;D) None of these

Accepted Answer

Espiritismo is a belief system in Latin America that involves the influence of spirits on the physical world, including aspects of life, health, and luck.

Question 10

Hispanics have an obesity rate that is:&#10;A) generally the same as other ethnic groups&#10;B) low due to good nutrition habits&#10;C) low due to hard work and exercise&#10;D) higher than non-Hispanic whites

Accepted Answer

Hispanics in the United States have a higher obesity rate compared to non-Hispanic whites, influenced by various factors including socioeconomic status, access to healthcare, and cultural dietary habits.

Question 11

The terms &#34;Hispanic&#34; and &#34;Latino&#34; have the same meaning.

Accepted Answer

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Question 12

Most Hispanics do not speak English very well.

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Question 13

Hispanics have the highest rate of being without health care insurance in the United States.

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Question 14

Hispanics utilize preventive medicine activities routinely.

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Deck 7: Hispanic and Latino American Populations