NCLEX Practice Questions ( Answer # 06)

Which of the following clients has the lowest riskof obesity and diabetes mellitus?

1. A 45-year-old Native-American man

2. A 23-year-old Asian-American woman

3. A 35-year-old Hispanic-American man

4. A 40-year-old African-American woman

Rationale

Answer and Rationale:  Option 2 is Correct answer. Rationale: From the options provided, Asian Americans have the lowest risk of obesity and diabetes mellitus. Because of their health and dietary practices, Native Americans, African Americans, and Hispanic Americans have a high risk of obesityand diabetes mellitus.Test-Taking Strategy: Note the strategic words lowest risk, obesity,and diabetes mellitus. Think about the health and dietarypractices of each cultural group to direct you to option 2. Ifyou had difficulty with this question, review the characteristicsof the Asian-American culture.Level of Cognitive Ability: UnderstandingClient Needs: Health Promotion and Maintenance Integrated Process: Nursing Process—Assessment Content Area: Fundamental Skills—Cultural Diversity Reference: Lewis, S., Heitkemper, M., Dirksen, S., & Bucher, L.(2007). Medical-surgical nursing: Assessment and management of clinical problems (7th ed., p. 972). St. Louis: Mosby.