Family/Social Structure
How many clans are in the Hmong culture
18
The Hmong culture believe in the balance between what two systems for holistic health?
Physical and spiritual
What two beliefs are important to traditional Hmong?
Animism and Ancestor Worship
What meal do Hmong people usually don't eat?
Breakfast.
True or False: Women of the Hmong culture in the US traditionally join their husband's clan but keep their surname.
True
When death is near, where do elders prefer to have their end of life care?
At home
What is the big holiday that Hmong celebrate throughout the world
Hmong New Year
What do pregnant women eat the first 30 days after birth?
Hot chicken with rice
Who takes over the roles of the mother and father when they age?
The eldest (or only) son and his wife
Why does the typical traditional Hmong funeral take multiple days?
The Hmong believe that when a person dies, his soul must return to his birthplace, then travel on to meet his ancestors in the afterlife. Safe passage.
What do Shamans do?
Keep the balance of the unseen and seen
What desserts hmong people eat for special occasions?
Tri-color or tapioca
How long must a bride stay in her husband's home prior to the wedding festivities?
3 days
Why do elders in the Hmong community often only have tertiary treatment?
They have a belief that if there is not symptoms, there is no illness. Often do not understand chronic or palliative conditions.
What are the 3 primary souls?
Caregiver, Nightgiver, and Traveler
What countries influenced hmong culture foods?
Laos, vietnam.
What is the typical living arrangement for the Hmong community?
Intergenerational: Includes elders, adults and children.
Why do elders in the Hmong community not believe in vaccinations or blood transfusions?
They believe that putting something foreign into their body will they will be reincarnated with less of a body
What ritual protects and gives good luck to the person?
Neck Stringing
Why do hmong people refuse multiple blood work?
once blood is out is out