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this cultures traditional definition of health states:
"health reflects living in "total harmony with nature and having the ability to survive under exceedingly difficult circumstances" - humans have intimate relationship with nature - earth is considered to be a living organism - human body has 2 energy poles: + and - - energy of body can be controlled by spiritual means - every being has power to control his/ her own self and from this force, the spiritual power of a person is kindled |
American Indian
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this culture's tradition definition of illness includes:
-disease associated with relgious aspects of society as supernatural powers are associated with causing and curing disease - due to lack of prevention given by wearing or using charms - presence of some material object that has intruded into body via sorcery - absence of the free soul from the body - there is a reason for every sickness or pain - illness is price to be paid for somethin that happened in past or for something that will happen in the future - do not believe in germ theory of medicine |
american indian
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for this culture the
- medicine man/ woman is traditional healer - look for spiritual cause of problem - agents of nature, herbs, are spiritual helpers - act of purification to maintain their harmony with nature and to cleanse the body and spirit |
american indian
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agency within dept of HHS
- provides federal health services to american indians and alaska natives - services on east coast minimal |
indian health services
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in this culture
- non verbal communication is important - converse in very low tone of voice - note taking is taboo - different perceptions of time |
american indian
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what culture are the following leading causes of death connected with?
- heart dsease - malignant neoplasms -unintentional injuries -diabetes - cerbrovascular disease -chronic liver disease - chronic lower respiratory disease - suicide - influenza/ pneumonia - nephritis |
American indian
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the tradition definition of health and illness for this culture is...
- health is state of spiritual and physical harmony with nature - every person has a definite function within the universe, each linked in harmonious balance - violating this harmony results in illness - view bodies as a gift given to them by their parents and forebears -must be cared for and well maintained - disease is diagnosed by their phyisician |
asian
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this population uses..
- amulets to prevent evil spirits and protect health - jade is seen as giver of children, health, immortality, wisdom, power, victory, growth, food -worn to bring health if turn dull or break-- misfortune |
asian
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this culture uses
- acupuncture -cupping -bleeding -tui na - moxibustion - herbal remedies for health restoration |
asian
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this culture...
- accepts practice of immunizatio n and the use of x-rays - upset by practice of drawing blood - deep respect for their bodies and believe it is best to die with body intact - rarely complain about what bothers him/ her |
asian
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the following are leading causes of death for this culture..
- malignant neoplasms -heart disease - cerebrovascular disease - unintentional injuries -diabetes - influenze and pneumonia - chronic lower respiratory disease - suicide - nephritis - alzheimers |
asian
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this culture views health as..
- if possess health, you are in harmony with nature - illness is state of disharmony and attributed primarily to demons and evil spirits - goal of treatment is to remove evil spirits from body-- voodoo, healers, using herbs and roots |
african american
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the following are common health practices for what culture?
- proper diet, laxatives, rest, environment - rotten flesh is worn around neck - cod liver oil -sulfur and molasses rubbed on back - copper or silver bracelets worn around wrists |
african american
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common health practices for this culture include:
- prayer - laying on of hands, magic rituals - eating argo starch |
african americans
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leading causes of death include for this culture
Homicide Nephritis Chronic lower respiratory diseases HIV Septicemia Diseases of the heart Malignant neoplasms Cerebrovascular diseases Diabetes mellitus Unintentional injuries |
african american
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this culture believes ...
Health is purely result of good luck or reward for good behavior Gift from God not to be taken for granted Maintain equilibrium Illness seen as imbalance in individual’s body or punishment for wrongdoing |
hispanic
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for this culture....
- religious rituals are quite common - the more severe an illness, the more likely observed - making promises - visiting shrines -offering medals and candles - offering prayers |
hispanic population
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for this culture...
Curandero (a)-holistic healer with a religious orientation Uses herbs, offerings of money, penance, lighting candles, wooden or metal offerings in shape of affected anatomical parts, laying on of hands Responsibility of recovery shared by ill person, family, curandero Uniquely personal relationship |
hispanic
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leading causes of death for this culture include:
Diseases of heart Malignant neoplasms Unintentional injuries Cerebrovascular diseases Diabetes Chronic liver disease Homicide Chronic lower respiratory diseases Influenza & pneumonia Conditions in perinatal period |
hispanic
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this culture...
Present symptoms to fullest point & expect immediate treatment for ailments Illness is caused by winds & currents Moving air, in the form of drafts, causes irritation and then a cold that can lead to pneumonia Fresh air vital for health maintenance |
whites
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this culture is..
Reluctance to share food & objects with people considered unclean Cause of illness: evil eye or curses Can be caused by suppression of emotions, stress, fear, & grief-can burst Care of ill managed in home Strong religious influence |
white/ italian american
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for this culture..
Health is described as state of well-being Illness-absence of well-being Believe in germ theory of infection & stress-related theories Other causes of illness Proper attire, nutrition, exercise, hard work Religious practices, sleeping with windows open, cleanliness Home remedies |
german american
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for this culture..
Health: feeling ok-as a whole; happy; until war; do not need doctor; do not need medicine; able to work; feel good Illness: something wrong with body, mind, or spirit; not capable of working; see doctor often; not right; not active; feeling bad; not doing what I want to do Maintain happy home; be kind & loving; remain pure; nutrition; exercise; try not to worry; go to bed early; work hard God is with you all the time to protect you and care for you |
polish americans
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