A Vietnamese patient's family reports that the patient has wind illness. Which menu selection will be most helpful for this patient?
a. Iced tea
b. Ice cream
c. Warm broth
d. Gelatin dessert
ANS: C
Wind illness is a culture-bound syndrome found in the Chinese and Vietnamese population. It is characterized by a fear of cold, wind, or drafts. It is treated by keeping very warm and avoiding foods, drinks, and herbs that are cold. Warm broth would be most in sync with the patient's culture and provide the most comfort. The distracters are cold foods.
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