11 Questions
According to the text, why did Lia's doctors report her parents to social services?
They were concerned about Lia's well-being.
Based on the text, why did the cultural divide between Lia's doctors and her parents contribute to her condition?
Her doctors did not understand her illness.
According to the text, how did Lia's doctors view Hmong patients?
They thought Hmong patients were difficult to treat.
According to the text, what is the Hmong term for the problem that Lia has?
Qaug dab peg
According to the text, what do the Lee's believe caused Lia's problem?
Yer slamming the door
According to the text, what do the Lee's think the sickness does and how does it work?
Makes Lia shake and fall down; a spirit called a dab is catching her
According to the text, what do the Lee's fear most about the sickness?
That Lia's soul will never return
Which of the following best describes a clinical narrative?
A coherent story about a disease and its treatment
How should a doctor encourage a patient to contribute to a clinical narrative?
By asking the patient questions and listening to their perspective
What is the role of a cultural broker in doctor-patient communication?
To connect different sense-making schemas and help understand different perspectives
What is the main message about cultural differences in doctor-patient communication?
Cultural differences should be respected and understood
Test your knowledge on the cultural experiences and medical challenges depicted in "The Spirit Catches You and You Fall Down." Explore the clash between Western medicine and Hmong traditions as you dive into the complexities of the Lee family's journey.
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