The nurse is preparing discharge instructions for a 63-year-old African American male patient recovering from a same-day surgical procedure
What genetic, racial, ethnic, and cultural factors affecting health and well-being should the nurse consider prior to giving discharge instructions?
Select all that apply.
1. hypertension
2. sickle cell anemia
3. lactose intolerance
4. diabetes
5. osteoporosis
Correct Answer: 1,2,3,4
Certain diseases occur at a higher rate of incidence in some races and ethnic and cultural groups. Examples of illnesses that are associated with genetic makeup include hypertension, sickle cell anemia, lactose intolerance, and diabetes among African Americans. Caucasian women of small stature and of Scandinavian heritage have a higher risk of developing osteoporosis.
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