Unit 7: Howculture influences health beliefs

What is the primary focus of the Health Belief Model?

• Understanding health beliefs

• Cultural relevance

• Patient compliance

• Family involvement

Which cultural group often has the oldest male as the decision maker in health matters?

• Asians/Pacific Islanders

• African-Americans

• Hispanics

• Native Americans

What is a common belief among Vietnamese regarding health?

• Health is a balance of hot and cold

• Health is a result of supernatural forces

• Health is determined by individual behavior

• Health is solely a medical issue

How do many Hispanic patients view illness?

• As a medical failure

• As a cultural misunderstanding

• As God's will

• As a personal choice

What is a significant barrier to care for Russian immigrants?

• Cultural pride

• Lack of family support

• Mistrust of medical practitioners

• Language differences

Which of the following is a characteristic of Native American culture?

• Value on cooperation

• Emphasis on competition

• Focus on individualism

• Preference for technology

What is a common strategy for working with patients from different cultures?

• Enforcing mainstream values

• Avoiding discussions about culture

• Learning about cultural traditions

• Assuming all patients share the same beliefs

What is a key aspect of patient education for older adults?

• Using complex medical jargon

• Providing age-appropriate information

• Focusing solely on physical health

• Ignoring family dynamics

Which approach is emphasized in the characteristics of adult learners?

• Passive learning

• Memorization of facts

• Group learning only

• Self-directed learning

What is a common belief among African-Americans regarding health decisions?

• Individual decisions are prioritized

• Health is a private matter

• Family consultation is important

• Medical advice is often ignored