A nurse is providing care for a female patient who is Hispanic
The care team is discussing the patient's nutritional status and one of the nurse's colleagues states, "I suppose we should try to get her some tacos or burritos since that's what she's probably used to." How should the nurse best interpret the colleague's statement?
A) The colleague may have stereotypical views of Hispanics.
B) The colleague is exemplifying the process of acculturation.
C) The colleague is aware of the dietary characteristics of Hispanic culture.
D) The colleague may harbor resentment against Hispanics.
Ans: A
Feedback:
Presuming that Hispanics rely on tacos and burritos likely reflects a stereotype of this culture, but is less likely to be motivated by resentment. This statement does not demonstrate acculturation. The colleague's statement reflects a stereotype, not an accurate assessment of the patient's diet and culture.
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