A patient from a non-English-speaking culture explains how he has to behave differently at work than he does at home. What does the nurse realize this patient is describing?
1. Biculturalism
2. Cultural assimilation
3. Primary structural assimilation
4. Secondary structural assimilation
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Explanation: 1. Biculturalism is a dual pattern of identification, and is often thought of as dividing loyalty.
2. Cultural assimilation is exemplified by the ability to speak excellent English.
3. Primary structural assimilation is exemplified by warm personal interactions between group members in the home or church.
4. Secondary structural assimilation is exemplified by cold impersonal relationships between groups associated with schools or workplaces.
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