A Filipino man is admitting his elderly mother to a long-term care facility for custodial care. During the intake interview, the man is alternately tearful and defensive
The culturally competent nurse assesses the labile behavior as being related to the Filipino belief that: 1. medical facilities are a place of death.
2. families should care for the elderly at home.
3. his language barrier is causing him to be misunderstood.
4. such facilities will limit visitation from the family.
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Filipino culture prides itself in its ability to care for their elderly in the home. Family ties are very strong and visits by many family members are an indication of their love and concern.
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