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| What are some characteristics of the African American Community |
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1. Head nodding does not always mean agreement
2. Prolonged eye contact can signify disrespect
3. Nonverbal communication may be important
4. Asking personal questions can be viewed as rude
5. May be late for appointments because they view events that are occuring is more important than being on time
6. Close personal space is only allowed by friends and family
7. Older adults are respected
8. Many households are headed by a single parent woman
9.Religious beliefs affect health care decisions
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| What foods are preferred by African Americans? |
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Definition
| Fried foods, chicken, pork greens, and rice. Pregnant woman may be engage in pica |
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| What are major health risks for African Americans? |
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Definition
| Sickle Cell Anemia, Hypertension, Diabetes M., Cancer, Lactose Intolerant, Obesity |
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| How would you describe the Amish way of living? |
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Definition
| Simple, plain dressing, and Christian religious denominations |
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| When talking with an Amish couple who should you address for decisions? |
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Definition
| You should adress both husband and wife because they consider themselves as partners in life. |
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| Do the Amish need permission in order to be hospitalized? |
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Definition
| Yes, the church/bishops need to be aware because the community will help with costs. |
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| Do the Amish usually havehealth insuarnce |
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Definition
| No, the Amish usually dont have health insurance because it is a wordly product and may show a lack of faith |
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| What is Rumspringa of the Amish culture? |
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Definition
| a period that begins around the age of 16 years old where the youth decide to be baptized into the Amish church or leave the community |
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| What is shunning of the Amish Culture |
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| A practice in which a member is punished after violating religous rules and usually required to leave the community |
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True or False?
Women are not allowed to hold positions of power in the congregational organizations |
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| Characteristics of Asian Americans |
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Definition
| Silence is valued, eye contact is considered disrespect, shouldnt express critisim and disagreement verbally, "no" is considered disrespectful, Like formal space except with family and friends, DO not touch during conversation |
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True and False
Men have the power and authority and women are expected to be obedient |
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