Question 1

Maintaining eye contact when conversing in the dominant American culture means
1) That the conversants understand each other.
2) That the conversants are being truthful with each other.
3) That the conversants are actively listening.
4) Surprise or anger.
Chapter 12: People of European American Heritage
Answer Section
MULTIPLE CHOICE

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Accepted Answer

Maintaining eye contact is often seen as a sign of respect and engagement in American culture, indicating that the conversants are actively listening to and interested in what the other person is saying. However, it does not necessarily indicate understanding or truthfulness, and surprise or anger would likely be indicated through other nonverbal cues.

Question 2

Low-context English means that&#10;1) Most of the message is implied.&#10;2) Few words are used to express a thought.&#10;3) Many words are used to express a thought.&#10;4) Nonverbal communication is more important than verbal communication.

Accepted Answer

Low-context English typically involves using many words to express a thought, rather than relying on implied meanings or nonverbal communication.

Question 3

A taboo practice for pregnant women among many cultures is that they should not reach their hands over their head while pregnant.This practice is believed to
1) Cause a miscarriage.
2) Make the delivery more difficult.
3) Cause the cord to wrap around the baby's neck.
4) Decrease oxygenation to the fetus.

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Accepted Answer

This belief stems from the idea that reaching above the head could cause the umbilical cord to become wrapped around the baby's neck, potentially leading to complications during birth. Although there is no scientific evidence to support this claim, it is a common cultural taboo.

Question 4

Categorically imperative concepts of timeliness (being on time for appointments)are not shared by all cultures.What should the health-care provider do to help ensure that the client is on time for appointments?
1) Ignore the issue; some people will never be timely.
2) Explain the importance of timeliness to treatments.
3) Inform them that they will not be seen if they are late.
4) Accept that they will be late and move on.

Accepted Answer

It is important for the health-care provider to understand that not all cultures categorize timeliness as imperative. In order to ensure that the client is on time for appointments, the provider should educate the client on the importance of being on time in regards to their treatment. This can help the client to prioritize their appointments and understand the potential consequences of being consistently late.

Question 5

European American cultural characteristics,values,and beliefs are reflected in which of the following statements?
1) I do not need prenatal care because having a baby is a natural part of life.
2) My husband is taking time off from work because he wants to be with me for the labor and delivery.
3) Before I make a decision,I need to speak with my parents because I appreciate their advice.
4) I am not going to do anything different during my pregnancy because what will be will be.

Accepted Answer

Option B reflects the cultural value of family importance, especially during significant life events such as childbirth. The other options do not necessarily reflect European American cultural characteristics or beliefs. Option A may be a personal belief but is not necessarily reflective of European American culture as a whole. Option C may be reflective of certain European American families, but not all. Option D may reflect a belief in fate or acceptance of circumstances, but again, is not necessarily reflective of European American culture as a whole.

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