ASNA Independent Study Activity - Cultural Assessment of Koreans

Alabama Nurse,  Sep-Nov 2003  by Roberson, Charlene M

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A. Start the admission process.

B. Indicate that you will be glad to bring a snack later if wanted.

C. Offer the tray at least two (2) more times.

D. Ask the family to talk to the patient about the need to eat.

6. During evaluation of the room environment you notice only one used towel and wash cloth. You should

A. Do nothing.

B. Offer to replace the used linen.

C. Ask, "Do you need additional towels and wash cloths?"

D. Provide several additional towels and wash cloths without asking.

7. A nurse knows to provide which of the following to a Korean patient?

A. Extra blanket.

B. Fresh water and ice.

C. Mouth wash.

D. Reading material.

8. A Korean man is having pain and all of the following options are ordered, which would be the patient's preferred route?

A. PO or IV.

B. PO or IM.

C. IV or IM.

D. Any of the above.

9. Which of the following bed time snacks would be most appropriate?

A. Velveeta cheese & Crackers.

B. Ice Cream.

C. Milk & Cookies.

D. Banana.

10. Korean women prefer which of the following?

A. A female gynecologist.

B. A male gynecologist.

C. Either male or female examiner.

D. A Nurse Practitioner.

11. During an examination in a pediatrician's office the nurse observes red welts. The nurse should

A. Get a second opinion from another nurse.

B. Evaluate the family's illness practices and customs.

C. Notify DHR for a child abuse follow-up evaluation.

D. Mention to the pediatrician that the child has an allergic reaction.

12. When death is imminent the nurse should

A. Consult the doctor about contacting hospice.

B. Give broad opening statements to the patient to encourage them to talk about their impending death.

C. Call the minister.

D. Tell the family spokesman.

13. Koreans are accepting of organ donations under the following circumstances:

A. After careful explanation.

B. Only with extreme staff prodding.

C. If the family spokesman makes the decision to donate the organs.

D. Never under any circumstance.

14. At the time of death family members will probably do which of the following?

A. Leave the bedside and remain in the waiting area.

B. Burn incense and show little emotion.

C. Cleanse the body and meditate.

D. Burn incense and cleanse the body.

15. Many Koreans practice spirit worship in conjunction with other religious practices. They believe that the ancestral spirits are responsive only to

A. The family spokesman.

B. The Shaman.

C. Both A & B.

D. Neither A nor B.

Authored by: Charlene M. Roberson, MEd, RN, BC, Director of Leadership Services, Alabama State Nurses Association, (no vested interest).

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