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What is the normal hemoglobin level for African American people compared to other groups?
What is the normal hemoglobin level for African American people compared to other groups?
In Asian traditional medicine, blood is drawn for medical purposes.
In Asian traditional medicine, blood is drawn for medical purposes.
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How do Chinese culture views elders?
How do Chinese culture views elders?
Which group is rare to have infants born with teeth?
Which group is rare to have infants born with teeth?
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Match the cultures with their views on elders:
Match the cultures with their views on elders:
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In Korean culture, children are taught to respect elders whether they are right or __________.
In Korean culture, children are taught to respect elders whether they are right or __________.
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Which group does not accept blood or blood products?
Which group does not accept blood or blood products?
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What do Christian Scientists typically not use?
What do Christian Scientists typically not use?
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Study Notes
Biocultural Considerations
- Normal hemoglobin levels for African Americans are 1g lower than other groups
- Asian clients may be upset by venipuncture due to their cultural belief that blood is a source of life and cannot be replaced
- White babies are rarely born with teeth, but this is common with Alaskan Tlingit Indian and Canadian Eskimo infants
- The size of teeth varies, with White people having the smallest, followed by Black, Asian, and Native North Americans.
- White people have more tooth decay than black people.
- White people experience complete tooth loss more often than African Americans, despite African Americans having a higher incidence of periodontal disease.
How Different Cultures View Elders
- In Chinese culture, the oldest son is obligated to respect and care for parents, adhering to the value of "filial piety".
- Native American elders are respected for their wisdom, experience, and knowledge, and hold significant roles as teachers and caretakers.
- Elders are highly respected in Vietnamese society and are considered carriers of tradition, knowledge, and wisdom, with age being viewed as an asset.
- Black and African American elders are respected, obeyed, and considered sources of wisdom, with reaching old age being viewed as an accomplishment.
- Hispanic and Latino elders are held in high esteem, with old age viewed positively. The extended family is expected to care for elders.
- Traditional Koreans value filial piety and respect for elders, with children expected to care for their parents in old age. Two important family holidays are the 60th and 70th birthdays, celebrated with feasts.
Beliefs About Blood or Blood Products
- Jehovah's Witnesses do not receive blood or blood products, but may accept blood volume expanders that are not blood derivatives.
- Christian Scientists do not typically use blood or blood products
Biocultural Variations In Body Secretions
- Eskimos sweat less than white people on their torsos and extremities, but more on their faces.
- Asians and Native North Americans have a mild to absent body odor whereas whites and African Americans have a stronger body odor
Body Piercing
- Body art, including tattoos and piercings, has been practiced since ancient times.
- Body piercing is considered one of the oldest forms of body art.
- Modern reasons for body piercing include making a fashion statement, observing rites of passage, and creative self-expression.
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Description
Explore the biocultural considerations regarding health, such as hemoglobin levels and dental health disparities among different ethnic groups. Learn how various cultures, like Chinese and Native American, value and interact with their elders. This quiz delves into the intersection of culture, health, and respect for elders across diverse groups.
