CDN Cultural Competency in Nutrition 2

Question 1

A Somali refugee patient avoids eating during daytime hours in Ramadan. What is the dietitian's best initial response?

Accepted Answer

Acknowledge the practice and collaboratively adjust meal timing to Suhoor and Iftar

Answer

Culturally competent care involves respecting religious fasting practices and adapting meal timing to the patient's observance.

Question 2

Which term describes the process by which immigrants gradually adopt the dietary habits of their new country?

Accepted Answer

Food acculturation

Answer

Food acculturation describes the shift in food choices and eating patterns as a result of exposure to a new cultural environment.

Question 3

A Mexican-American patient relies heavily on corn tortillas, beans, and rice. The dietitian should recognize that this dietary pattern:

Accepted Answer

Provides complementary proteins and fiber that support nutritional goals

Answer

Traditional Mexican staples like beans, corn, and rice together provide complementary amino acids, fiber, and essential nutrients.

Question 4

When working with a client from a culture that practices hot-cold food classification (e.g., traditional Chinese medicine), a dietitian should:

Accepted Answer

Incorporate the patient's beliefs into meal planning when medically feasible

Answer

Integrating a patient's health belief systems into nutrition counseling increases adherence and respects cultural values.

Question 5

A dietitian notices that a Southeast Asian patient rarely makes eye contact during counseling sessions. This behavior most likely indicates:

Accepted Answer

A culturally respectful communication style

Answer

In many Southeast Asian cultures, avoiding direct eye contact is a sign of respect rather than disengagement.

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