While collecting demographics, the nurse learns that an American patient is married to an immigrant from another country. What does this patient's marriage exemplify?

A. Assimilation
B. Socialization
C. Acculturation
D. Ethnicity


Answer: A

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After a patient has been on a narcotic agonist drug for a week, what would you expect the physician to do next?

1. Take the patient off all pain medications. 2. Continue the patient on the medication for another week. 3. Have the patient use distractions from pain. 4. Give another method for pain relief.

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What is a common feeling for an older adult who is placed in a long-term care facility?

a. Rejection b. Safety c. Making a fresh start d. Immediate assistance at hand

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Which statement best explains Leininger's view of caring?

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