Provide an example of an intervention at each level of prevention related to culture and literacy.

Provide an example of an intervention at each level of prevention related to culture and literacy.

Answer:

Primary prevention - CHNs determine that the health information on immunization requirements is culturally appropriate and is at an appropriate health literacy level for each client.

Secondary prevention - CHNs screen clients to determine literacy level so that programs are developed and provided at the appropriate health literacy level.

Tertiary prevention - CHNs, through intersectoral partnerships, establish literacy community programs and services to meet the needs of clients requiring culturally appropriate teaching about health during cardiac rehabilitation.

What special health care considerations do community health nurses need to be aware of with regard to migrant workers?

What special health care considerations do community health nurses need to be aware of with regard to migrant workers?

Answer: Migrant workers often have high occupational mobility and may seek health care only when they are too ill to work. It is important for a community health nurse to teach these clients about disease prevention, health maintenance, health protection, and health promotion activities before the client moves.

What do community health nurses need to know when completing a cultural assessment?

What do community health nurses need to know when completing a cultural assessment?

Answer: Population demographic changes in their practice area; general information about the various cultural groups; how and when to use focused assessment; how to use an interpreter; and how to assess and consider the social, political, and economic factors in the community.

True or false: Cultural competence and cultural safety are defined by the health care provider.

True or false: Cultural competence and cultural safety are defined by the health care provider.

Answer: False