Deck 16: Gaining Cultural Competence in Community Nutrition

Question 1

Learning useful generalizations about a cultural group is not recommended as a starting point as you will develop too many stereotypes about the group.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

A dynamic conceptual model of cultural competence developed by Campinha-Bacote for health care professionals views cultural competence as a process rather than an end result.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

As illustrated in the cultural competence continuum model,one's level of proficiency for interacting with older adults will be the same as one's level of proficiency for working with those with cognitive delays.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

The LEARN guidelines are useful in developing a culturally sensitive treatment plan.

Question 5

Diversity means the same thing as culture.

Question 6

It is impolite to ask someone with a culture different from your own what certain non-verbal cues mean.

Question 7

Rural Americans have lower rates of chronic illness and enjoy better overall health than those living in urban areas.

Question 8

All Americans,regardless of cultural background,have the same nutritional issues.

Question 9

Valuing diversity and viewing the world though "multiple cultural lenses" are at the heart of cultural competence.

Question 10

One overarching objective of Health People 2020 is to improve the linguistic and cultural competency of public health professionals.

Question 11

Ethnocentric describes someone who thinks his/her own culture is best.

Question 12

Smiling,showing warmth,and being friendly are not recommended as a means to enhance cross-cultural communication.

Question 13

Approximately 20% of the U.S.population speaks a language other than English at home.

Question 14

Our worldviews change with our different experiences.

Question 15

In many cultures,religion and health are not separated,and spirituality is viewed as a vital element in health,illness,and healing.

Question 16

Discussions of how food is used in a culture are a good icebreaker.

Question 17

Those in the cultural precompetence phase of the cultural competence continuum believe that everyone,regardless of culture,needs to be treated the same.

Question 18

Including cultural foods in cooking classes for children is one way to support cultural growth.

Question 19

An evaluation of Hispanic health beliefs and practices indicates a greater emphasis on the power of God and less on preventive health care.

Question 20

Acculturation is the property of a group that consists of its sharing cultural traditions,having a common linguistic heritage,and originating from the same land.

Question 21

Which cultural group has a traditional belief that a balance of strengthening hot foods and weakness-promoting cold foods is needed to maintain health?

A) Chinese
B) Italian
C) Mexican
D) Korean

Question 22

All of the following are interdependent constructs of the cultural competency model developed by Campinha-Bacote except

A) cultural awareness.
B) cultural skill.
C) cultural knowledge.
D) cultural incapacity.

Question 23

Cultural characteristics are developed through

A) genetics.
B) life experiences.
C) education.
D) a and b
E) b and c

Question 24

Jewish dietary laws prohibit consumption of all of the following except

A) shellfish.
B) meat and dairy eaten at the same meal.
C) pork.
D) chicken.

Question 25

Dietary concerns and issues for Asian/Pacific Island Americans include all of the following except

A) high salt intake.
B) heavy use of fried foods.
C) lactase deficiency.
D) rare use of milk.

Question 26

All of the following are examples of forms of diversity that are visible except

A) language.
B) physical differences.
C) socioeconomic status.
D) abilities and disabilities.

Question 27

Which of the following groups has a high prevalence of diabetes and a high death rate from cirrhosis?

A) Hispanics
B) Native Americans
C) African Americans
D) Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders

Question 28

High intakes of carbonated beverages and limited dental care are dietary concerns/issues of

A) Asian/Pacific Island Americans.
B) European Americans.
C) Mexican Americans.
D) Native Americans.

Question 29

Which of the following is not a possible cause of health disparities in the United States?

A) Limited access to and utilization of quality health care services
B) Lack of insurance
C) Degree of acculturation
D) Use of non-traditional medicines

Question 30

Which of the following is not characteristic of the health care values,beliefs,and practices of European Americans?

A) They value scientific reasoning.
B) They look for biological explanations of illness.
C) They expect to find cures by using technology.
D) They place emphasis on spiritual causes of a problem.

Question 31

Which of the following is a function of cultural values?

A) Guide actions and decisions
B) Help determine basic attitudes regarding personal and social issues
C) Provide a set of rules by which to live
D) All of these

Question 32

Based on the Campinha-Bacote model of cultural competency,"health care providers learn to perform culturally sensitive assessments and interventions" is the _____ construct.

A) cultural awareness
B) cultural desire
C) cultural encounters
D) cultural skill

Question 33

As of 2010,_____ are the largest minority group in the U.S.,accounting for nearly 16% of the population.

A) Hispanics
B) Pacific Islanders
C) Asians
D) African Americans

Question 34

Common values and beliefs of the majority American culture include all of the following except

A) action (task oriented).
B) time dominates.
C) group welfare.
D) materialism.

Question 35

The notion that too much food can block "ki" (energy)is a traditional belief of what cultural group?

A) Chinese
B) Italians
C) Koreans
D) Mexicans

Question 36

Based on the Campinha-Bacote model of cultural competency,"health care providers become appreciative of the influences of culture on the development of values" is the _____ construct.

A) cultural awareness
B) cultural desire
C) cultural encounters
D) cultural knowledge

Question 37

Increases in minority groups in the United States have resulted from all of the following except

A) alterations in immigration laws.
B) corporation expansions into the global market.
C) tendency for minorities and immigrants to have higher birth rates.
D) changes in the numbers of illegal immigrants.

Question 38

Which of the following are characteristic of the majority American culture?

A) Action, task oriented; group welfare; formality
B) Informality; control over fate; family decision making
C) Materialism; directness; practicality
D) Mind, body, and soul integrated; cooperation; formality

Question 39

Members of which of the following religious groups never consume beef and frequently avoid pork?

A) Hindus
B) Jewish
C) Mormons
D) Muslim

Question 40

_____ are the grounding forces that provide meaning,structure,and organization in our lives.

A) Beliefs
B) Values
C) Attitudes
D) Norms

Question 41

Describe some strategies for learning about different cultural practices.

Question 42

Most _____ are lacto-ovo-vegetarians,with overeating and snacking discouraged and tea,coffee,and alcoholic beverages prohibited.

A) Buddhists
B) Hindus
C) Muslims
D) Seventh Day Adventists

Question 43

Identify reasons community nutrition professionals need to gain cultural and linguistic expertise.

Question 44

In 2002,the _____ established the Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health Across the U.S.program with the intent to eliminate racial and ethnic health disparities.

A) CDC
B) FDA
C) DHHS
D) USDA

Question 45

Avoidance of alcoholic drinks and hot drinks (coffee and tea)is a dietary practice of

A) Buddhists.
B) Hindus.
C) Mormons.
D) Muslims.

Question 46

Define cultural competency for community nutrition professionals.

Question 47

Explain the LEARN communication guidelines for health practitioners.

Question 48

Give examples of some guidelines for creating a comfortable cross-cultural interaction.

Question 49

Which of the following does not illustrate an appropriate level of cultural competence?

A) Preparing only "American style" foods for a multicultural event
B) Creating a resource list of ethnic grocery stores within your community
C) Translating ethnic recipes into English
D) Coordinating food education lessons with an English as a second language program

Question 50

Fasting is required from sunup to sundown during the month of Ramadan for

A) Roman Catholics.
B) Hindus.
C) Mormons.
D) Muslims.

Question 51

Making eye contact is a sign of respect for

A) Hispanics.
B) European Americans.
C) Asians.
D) Native Americans.

Question 52

Which of the following is not one of the five major concerns about an illness explored by an explanatory model?

A) The etiology of the illness episode
B) The time and mode of onset of the symptoms
C) Pathophysiology
D) The assessment of nutritional status of the individual

Question 53

Having a client make suggestions about how he could consume less salt is an example of which LEARN guideline?

A) Listen
B) Explain
C) Assess
D) Negotiate

Question 54

Avoidance of all foods thought to interfere with physical and spiritual development is a dietary practice of

A) Buddhists.
B) Hindus.
C) Mormons.
D) Seventh Day Adventists.

Question 55

Explain the importance of recognizing one's own cultural values and biases.

Question 56

Describe problems that could occur when health care providers use nonprofessional interpreters.

Question 57

Why is it important for community nutritionists to understand the generalities of cultural groups?

Question 58

Which of the following is the foundation of successful cross-cultural communication?

A) Active listening
B) Body language
C) Verbal responses
D) Distance between the two individuals

Question 59

Differentiate the two cultural competency models presented.

Question 60

Use the following case scenario to answer short answer items. You have started counseling an individual of Jewish faith.
According to the Campinha-Bacote model,what is the pivotal construct in the process of becoming culturally competent? Please explain.

Question 61

Differentiate between visible and invisible diversity.

Question 62

Briefly describe two legislative,regulatory,and/or accreditation mandates related to lessening health disparities.

Question 63

List six possible causes of health disparities.

Question 64

Use the following case scenario to answer short answer items. You have started counseling an individual of Jewish faith.
Create a balanced,one-day meal plan for a man of Jewish faith.

Question 65

Describe five essential elements necessary for an organization to provide culturally competent programming.

Question 66

Use the following case scenario to answer short answer items. You have started counseling an individual of Jewish faith.
Based on the constructs within the Campinha-Bacote model of cultural competency,how would you describe your degree of cultural competence regarding the Jewish culture? Justify your answer.

Question 67

Differentiate between worldviews and values.Provide a personal example to illustrate the difference.

Question 68

Use the following case scenario to answer short answer items. You have started counseling an individual of Jewish faith.
Based on the cultural competence continuum,what stage are you currently in regarding the Jewish culture? Justify your answer.

Question 69

What is acculturation? Why is it of importance when providing nutrition education?