Communication
Filipino Americans may use this type of nonverbal communication, such as a raised eyebrow or a smile, instead of direct verbal refusal.
What is non-confrontational?
This is the predominant religion practiced by Filipinos
What is Roman Catholicism?
This external locus of control is believed to be the cause of illness
What are supernatural forces?
On average, Filipino adults tend to have this general body build, often described as slender with less muscle mass compared to Western populations
What is a small body frame?
It is customary for many Filipino dishes to include both types of these together in the same meal or recipe
What is "hot" and "cold" foods cooked together regardless of how they are prepared?
Filipino patients may avoid eye contact as a sign of this
What is respect?
These types of foods are considered taboo for a pregnant woman
What are prunes, sweet foods, and squid?
This is the term for a Filipino who practices folk remedies
What is shaman?
Filipinos typically have this skin color range
This staple carbohydrate, often served at every meal, is a key part of the Filipino diet
What is rice?
When speaking with Filipino American families, it's important to recognize that decision-making may involve this type of group dynamic rather than just the individual.
When speaking with Filipino American families, it's important to recognize that decision-making may involve this type of group dynamic rather than just the individual.
What sacrament may be requested for a terminally ill Filipino person before death
What is the sacrament of anointing of the sick?
This Filipino folk illness, meaning “bad air,” is believed to cause symptoms like chills, fever, or body aches after exposure to cold drafts or wind
What is mal aire?
This trait related to enzyme deficiency is common in Filipinos
What is G6PD deficiency?
This popular Filipino dish involves marinating meat in vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and spices, and is considered the unofficial national dish
What is adobo?
This is the national language that most Filipino's speak
What is Tagalog?
Which spiritual concept and belief influences their views on death and dying
What is life after death?
In Filipino folk medicine, this common household ingredient is sometimes applied or inhaled to promote “flushing” or balance the body after feeling faint or ill
What is vinegar?
Filipino Americans have a higher prevalence of this major risk factor for cardiovascular disease, often linked to diet and genetics
What is hypertension?
This cooking method involves sautéing garlic, onions, and meat, then stir-frying wheat noodles or rice with vegetables and soy sauce to make this popular Filipino dish
What is pancit?
This is interpreted as a sign of unmanliness or weakness
What is acknowledging emotions verbally?
This lighthearted term refers to a more relaxed attitude toward punctuality among some Filipinos, which may affect appointment times or schedules
What is "Filipino time"?
This ancient medical theory, influencing Filipino health beliefs, explains illness as an imbalance of four bodily fluids: blood, phlegm, black bile, and yellow bile
What is the theory of the four humors?
Among Asian populations, Filipino Americans have the highest incidence rates of these two cancers, requiring targeted screening and awareness efforts
What are prostate cancer and thyroid cancer?
These Filipino spring rolls are typically filled with a mix of ground meat and vegetables, wrapped in thin pastry, and fried until crispy
What is lupia?