Question 1

Standard 1: Promote and support the _____________ and skills necessary for staff to work respectfully and effectively with patients and each other in a culturally diverse work environment.

Accepted Answer

All of these are correct because promoting and supporting attitudes, behaviors, and knowledge are all necessary for staff to work respectfully and effectively in a culturally diverse work environment.

Question 2

Standard 11: Use a variety of methods to ________ and utilize accurate demographic, cultural, epidemiological, and clinical outcome data for racial and ethnic groups in the service area, and become ________ about the ethnic/cultural needs, resources, and assets of the surrounding community.

Accepted Answer

The correct choice is "collect/informed" because the standard emphasizes the importance of gathering accurate data and being knowledgeable about the community's needs and resources.

Question 3

Soul food is high in what food component?

Accepted Answer

Soul food is often high in fat, salt, and sugar, as it includes ingredients and cooking methods that contribute to these components.

Question 4

Which of the following American ethnic groups is found to have nearly one-half consuming inadequate amounts of energy, vitamin A, and riboflavin and almost one-fourth consuming less than two-thirds the recommended daily allowance (RDA) of protein, phosphorus, and vitamin C ?

Accepted Answer

Korean Americans have been found to have dietary patterns that often result in inadequate intake of certain nutrients, including energy, vitamin A, riboflavin, protein, phosphorus, and vitamin C, due to cultural dietary habits and potential barriers to accessing diverse food options.

Question 5

Heart disease rates are estimated to be ________ among Asian Indian immigrants than among European Americans.

Accepted Answer

Asian Indian immigrants have been found to have a higher prevalence of heart disease compared to European Americans, with rates estimated to be 1.5-4.5 times greater.

Question 6

Infant mortality is lower for ______________ infants than for _____________ infants, despite the risk factors associated with the delay in enrolling in prenatal care.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Infant mortality is lower for ______________ infants...

Question 7

The term ___________ encompasses at least 23 subgroups including people from China, Mongolia, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Maldives, India, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Burma, Laos, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, North Korea, South Korea, Japan, Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan, Philippines, Malaysia, and Polynesia.

Accepted Answer

Asian Americans is the term that includes people from the mentioned countries and regions, representing a diverse group of at least 23 subgroups.

Question 8

The age-adjusted mortality rate for _______________ is about 50 percent higher than the rest of the United States, and one-third die before the age of 45, compared to just 11 percent of the total U.S. population.

Accepted Answer

Native Americans have historically faced significant health disparities, including higher mortality rates and lower life expectancy compared to other racial and ethnic groups in the United States.

Question 9

Some Hispanics believe that illness is due to which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Some Hispanics may attribute illness to a variety of causes, including excessive emotion, dislocation of internal organs, and magic, reflecting a blend of cultural beliefs and traditional practices.

Question 10

Which of the following describes the individual's genetic makeup (those factors with which he or she is born), family history (which may suggest risk for disease), and the physical and mental health problems acquired during life?

Accepted Answer

Biology refers to the genetic makeup, family history, and health problems acquired during life, encompassing both inherited and developed health factors.

Question 11

Which of the following describes individual responses or reactions to internal stimuli and external conditions?

Accepted Answer

Behavior refers to the actions or reactions of an individual in response to internal stimuli and external conditions.

Question 12

Otilia is a Romanian foreign exchange student who is now living in the United States. She is frequently eating fast food, and is adopting a more "American" way of eating. This is an example of what?

Accepted Answer

Dietary acculturation refers to the process by which individuals adopt the eating patterns or dietary habits of another culture, which is what Otilia is experiencing by eating more fast food in the United States.

Question 13

An African-American man is being seen by a dietitian. The dietitian assumes that he likes to eat, and that he only consumes foods that are associated with Southern cooking-fried chicken, collard greens, black-eyed peas, biscuits, etc. What perspective is the dietitian using?

Accepted Answer

The dietitian is using ethnocentrism, as they are making assumptions based on stereotypes about African-American culture rather than recognizing individual diversity.

Question 14

There are always potential barriers to health promotion and disease prevention. Social customs and family dynamics are all examples of what type of barrier?

Accepted Answer

Cultural barriers are those that are based on the beliefs, values, and practices of a particular culture. These barriers can make it difficult for people to adopt healthy behaviors or to access health care services. For example, some cultures may have a strong belief in traditional healing practices, which can make it difficult for people to accept modern medical treatments.

Question 15

Terri finds it improper and intrusive for a person she has just met to make prolonged eye contact and ask her personal questions. What cultural group is she most likely a member of?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Terri finds it improper and intrusive for...

Question 16

Which of the following describes the customary beliefs, social forms, and material traits of a racial, religious, or social group?

Accepted Answer

Culture refers to the customary beliefs, social forms, and material traits of a racial, religious, or social group.

Question 17

Which of the following is defined by understanding the importance of social and cultural influences on individuals' health beliefs and behaviors?

Accepted Answer

Cultural competence involves understanding and integrating social and cultural influences into healthcare practices to effectively address individuals' health beliefs and behaviors.

Question 18

A dietitian working in the Asian community learned that heart disease rates are estimated to be one and one half to four times greater among Asian-Indian immigrants than among Caucasian Americans.

Accepted Answer

Heart disease rates are indeed reported to be higher among Asian-Indian immigrants compared to Caucasian Americans, due to genetic, lifestyle, and dietary factors.

Question 19

A community nutritionist does not need to know that people from varying backgrounds become acculturated into U.S. society because dietary habits do not change from whole grains and vegetables to foods that are higher in fats and sugars.

Accepted Answer

A community nutritionist needs to understand acculturation as dietary habits often change when people adapt to a new culture, potentially leading to increased consumption of higher-fat and higher-sugar foods.

Question 20

Dietetic professionals need to be sensitive to what might be considered acceptable or unacceptable by persons from different cultures by providing advice to each individual within a cultural perspective.

Accepted Answer

Dietetic professionals must consider cultural differences in dietary habits and preferences to provide effective and respectful nutritional advice.

Quiz 5: Cultural Influences and Public Health Nutrition