An African American youth, growing up in an impoverished neighborhood, seeks affiliation with a black gang. Soon he is engaging in theft and assault. What cultural consideration should a nurse identify as playing a role in this youth's choices?
1. Most African American homes are headed by strong, dominant father figures.
2. Most African Americans choose to remain within their own social organization.
3. Most African Americans are uncomfortable expressing emotions and seek out belonging.
4. Most African Americans have few religious beliefs, which contributes to criminal activity.
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Rationale: The nurse should identify that a tendency to remain within one's own social organization may have played a role in the youth's choice to join a black gang. African Americans who have assimilated into the dominant culture are likely to be well educated and future focused. Those who have not assimilated may be unemployed or have low-paying jobs and view their future as hopeless, given their previous encounters with racism and discrimination.
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