The nurse is preparing a teaching session for staff nurses on cultural influences of childbearing practices. Which topics should the nurse include? Select all that apply
1. Gender of children
2. Number of children
3. Use of contraception
4. Achievement of developmental milestones
5. Pregnancy as an illness or expected condition
1, 2, 3, 5
Explanation:
1. In some cultures, a woman who gives birth achieves a higher status, especially if the child is male.
2. In many cultures throughout the world, it is common to have as many children as possible.
3. Culture may also influence attitudes and beliefs about contraception. In some cultures, contraception is appropriate but sterilization is not.
4. Achievement of developmental milestones would be included with content about childrearing practices.
5. Certain behaviors can be expected if a culture views pregnancy as a sickness, whereas other behaviors can be expected if the culture views pregnancy as a natural occurrence.
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