Deck 23: Models and Theories Focused on Culture

Question 1

A theory must include:

A) grand theory.
B) cultural sensitivity.
C) abstract notions.
D) implicit assumptions.

Answer 1

D

Question 2

Predictive theory:

A) identifies how the properties and components relate to one another and accounts for the functions of the discipline.
B) identifies properties and components of a discipline, identifies meaning and observations, and describes which elements exist.
C) conjectures the relationships between the components of a phenomenon and predicts under which conditions the phenomena will occur.
D) addresses therapeutics and consequences of intervention.

Answer 2

C

Question 3

Prescriptive theory:

A) identifies how the properties and components relate to one another and accounts for the functions of the discipline.
B) identifies properties and components of a discipline, identifies meaning and observations, and describes which elements exist.
C) conjectures the relationships between the components of a phenomenon and predicts under which conditions the phenomena will occur.
D) addresses therapeutics and consequences of intervention.

Answer 3

D

Question 4

Which statement best describes cultural imposition?

A) Cultural imposition is the practice of extending the policies and procedure of one organization to disenfranchised and minority groups.
B) Cultural imposition intrusively applies the majority cultural view to individuals and families.
C) Cultural imposition is a universal tendency to believe that one's own worldview is superior to another's worldview.
D) Cultural imposition is a characteristic or trait that puts a strain on or reproaches a group or individual's reputation or being.

Question 5

Which model focuses on the areas of communication, space, social orientation, time, environmental control, and biological variations?

A) The Campinha-Bacote Model
B) The Purnell Model
C) The Giger and Davidhizar Model
D) The Leininger Model

Question 6

Which is an assumption of care within Leininger's Cultural Care Diversity and Universality Theory and Model?

A) Within a cultural care diversity and universality framework, nurses may take any or all of three culturally congruent action modes.
B) All healthcare professions need similar information about cultural diversity.
C) There are core similarities shared by all cultures.
D) Prejudices can be minimized through education.

Question 7

Which assumption can be found in the Purnell model?

A) Within a cultural care diversity and universality framework, nurses may take any or all of three culturally congruent action modes.
B) All healthcare professions need similar information about cultural diversity.
C) Cultural sensitivity includes empathy.
D) Prejudices can be minimized through education.

Question 8

Which is not a domain of the Purnell model?

A) Workforce issues
B) Nutrition
C) Gender issues
D) Communications

Question 9

If a patient does not speak English, how can the APN determine how much pain the patient is experiencing?

A) Use pain scales in the patient's native language
B) Use an interpreter
C) Try to explain through pointing to the pain area and groaning and see if the patient nods
D) Both A and B

Question 10

It is not enough for the nurse to be culturally competent; the organization must be culturally competent as well. Which approach would not be used by an organization to maintain cultural competence?

A) hiring on the basis of race and background to ensure a diverse workforce.
B) developing programs on diversity.
C) producing medical literature in different languages.
D) providing interpreters.