The nurse is completing an assessment of an Asian-American client. Recognizing that there are commonly seen problems in individuals from this background, the nurse observes for particular signs and symptoms of:
1. Hypertension
2. Tuberculosis
3. Diabetes mellitus
4. Lactose intolerance
ANS: 4
Lactose intolerance is frequently observed among Asians, Africans, and Hispanics. Hypertension is commonly seen in African Americans. Aboriginal Canadians descended from native North American Indians and living on reservations have a higher incidence of tuberculosis. Diabetes mellitus is commonly seen among Ute, Pima, and Papago Indians.
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