NR228 Nutrition, Health and Wellness Guidelines for Discussion on Culture & Nutrition. Purpose In this assignment students will explore the powerful connection and influence of culture on nutrition and health. The purpose is to emphasize that culture influences our values, beliefs and practices related to nutrition. Evidence base research shows that by understanding the nutrition habits specific to a cultural group the nurse can individualize the care of the patients. Which certainly facilitates patient wellbeing and health. Each group of students will choose a culture and explore concepts such as why it is significant for health professional to understand the importance of culture on nutrition. The purpose of this project is not to stereotype or make assumptions about a person based on his or her culture. But to enhance cultural awareness and individualize patient care. Course Outcomes This assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcomes: 1. CO1. Discuss the cultural implications of food on nutritional status of different ethnic groups. (POs 1, 2, 4, and 6) 2. CO2. Describe the significance of the role of nurse in assessing nutritional status of clients belonging to different culture. (POs 1, 3, 4, 8 and 11) Due Date See the Course Calendar for due dates. Students are required to post their discussion on canvas to open a robust discussion on the relationship between culture and nutrition. Points Possible: 80 points Requirements 1. As a group, choose a culture from the list provided. Focus is on researching and understanding the ethnic group or culture and their nutritional practices. 2. If you wish to research a culture which is not on the list kindly review your choice with your instructor to assure the choice is feasible for this assignment. 3. Research the approved culture using books, websites, journal articles, or any other reputable source. Use at least three (3) reliable sources. 4. As a group, you will share your findings and research and post it on canvas. As with all group projects, each member is expected to participate in the preparation of this discussion. Each group will discuss at least 5 of the following 13 concepts: 1. Why it is imperative for health professionals to understand cultural diversity? 2. Health beliefs and practices of cultural group (you selected) related to nutrition. 3. Why the nurse should understands the deep connection and influence of culture on an individual's food intake, attitudes, behaviors and health? 4. How does this specific culture define health? 5. What foods are commonly eaten in this cultural group? 6. When, how, and with whom foods are eaten. (Timing, frequency of meals. Family dinners) 7. Which foods are eaten on holidays, celebrations or special occasions? 8. Are there any restrictions? Is there fasting? 9. Are there common practices to maintain health (Jews do not mix diary with meet, Halal meat for Muslim patients) 10. How do they treat the sick (herb ...

1. NR228 Nutrition, Health and Wellness
Guidelines for Discussion on Culture & Nutrition.
Purpose
In this assignment students will explore the powerful
connection and influence of culture on nutrition and health. The
purpose is to emphasize that culture influences our values,
beliefs and practices related to nutrition. Evidence base research
shows that by understanding the nutrition habits specific to a
cultural group the nurse can individualize the care of the
patients. Which certainly facilitates patient wellbeing and
health.
Each group of students will choose a culture and explore
concepts such as why it is significant for health professional to
understand the importance of culture on nutrition.
The purpose of this project is not to stereotype or make
assumptions about a person based on his or her culture. But to
enhance cultural awareness and individualize patient care.
Course Outcomes
This assignment enables the student to meet the following
course outcomes:
1. CO1. Discuss the cultural implications of food on nutritional
status of different ethnic groups. (POs 1, 2, 4, and 6)
2. CO2. Describe the significance of the role of nurse in
assessing nutritional status of clients belonging to different
culture. (POs 1, 3, 4, 8 and 11)
Due Date
See the Course Calendar for due dates. Students are required to
post their discussion on canvas to open a robust discussion on
the relationship between culture and nutrition.
Points Possible: 80 points
Requirements
1. As a group, choose a culture from the list provided. Focus is

2. on researching and understanding the ethnic group or culture
and their nutritional practices.
2. If you wish to research a culture which is not on the list
kindly review your choice with your instructor to assure the
choice is feasible for this assignment.
3. Research the approved culture using books, websites, journal
articles, or any other reputable source.
Use at least three (3) reliable sources.
4. As a group, you will share your findings and research and
post it on canvas. As with all group projects, each member is
expected to participate in the preparation of this discussion.
Each group will discuss at least 5 of the following 13 concepts:
1. Why it is imperative for health professionals to understand
cultural diversity?
2. Health beliefs and practices of cultural group (you selected)
related to nutrition.
3. Why the nurse should understands the deep connection and
influence of culture on an individual's food intake, attitudes,
behaviors and health?
4. How does this specific culture define health?
5. What foods are commonly eaten in this cultural group?
6. When, how, and with whom foods are eaten. (Timing,
frequency of meals. Family dinners)
7. Which foods are eaten on holidays, celebrations or special
occasions?
8. Are there any restrictions? Is there fasting?
9. Are there common practices to maintain health (Jews do not
mix diary with meet, Halal meat for Muslim patients)
10. How do they treat the sick (herbal medications, medicine
man, shaman)
11. Consider the nurse’s role in caring for people of this culture
12. Consider what issues the patient or family might encounter
in our health system because of their beliefs related to nutrition.
13. How can your health promotion topic best be communicated
to this group? (cultural sensitivity).

3. 14. What changes or adaptations might you suggest for this
specific culture?
Your group have the opportunity to choose to bring in
inexpensive snacks or beverages from this culture. Regular
campus guidelines apply: no alcohol or intoxicating substances
allowed. This will be a celebration of diversity and culture and
since the topic focuses on nutrition, let’s have some food to
taste and share.
5. One member of your team will be responsible for posting
your team presentation
to the discussion board.
This must be posted by Monday of Week 6 by
11:00pm.
Everyone enrolled in the course/class must do the
following:
a. Critique a team presentation other than your own, and include
what the presentation taught you and what is identified in the
nutritional analysis.
b. What changes in the presentation would you recommend?
Why?
c. Ask questions! Each team is responsible for responding to
questions asked of their presentation.
6. Cultural groups you may choose from:
a. Hinduism
b. Islam
c. Judaism
d. Transgender community
e. Native Americans
f. African American
g. Latin American

4. Grading Rubric
Category
Points
%
Description
Content
20
30%
Content must include the following.
a. Health beliefs and practices r/t nutrition.
b. Consider the nurse’s role in caring for people of this culture
c. Consider what issues the patient or family might encounter in
our health system because of their beliefs
Discussion
20
30%
a. Discussion is organized around required components.
b. Information flows in a logical sequence that is easy for the
audience to follow.
c. 5/13 concepts were addressed/discussed.
d. Introduction and conclusion included.
e. All group members participated.
Quality of Resource Information
5
10%
• Used at least three different professional references with at
least two from primary sources.
Participation
5
10%
• Everyone in class is expected to respond to one group.
Response should be thoughtful and meaningful. Comments such
as “great discussion” will receive no points.

5. Rubic_Print_FormatCourse CodeClass CodeAssignment
TitleTotal PointsNRS-428VNNRS-428VN-O503Benchmark -
Policy Brief120.0CriteriaPercentageUnsatisfactory (0.00%)Less
Than Satisfactory (80.00%)Satisfactory (88.00%)Good
(92.00%)Excellent (100.00%)CommentsPoints
EarnedContent80.0%Description of Policy Health
Issue20.0%Description of the policy issue is omitted.An
incomplete description of the policy issue is presented. The
origin of this policy is unclear. There is no evidence that this
policy creates a health issue, or that it is an issue for the
population selected. The level at which the issue occurs has not
been identified. There are major inaccuracies.A description of
the policy issue is summarized. The origin of the policy is
described, but it is unclear why the policy creates a health issue
for the population selected. The level at which the issue occurs
is identified. There are some inaccuracies. More information
and rationale are needed.A general description of the policy
issue is presented. The origin of the policy is described and a
correlation between the policy and the health issue for the
population selected is established. The level at which this
occurs is discussed. Some rationale or detail is needed for
clarity.A detailed description of the policy issue is presented.
The origin of the policy is described and a strong correlation
between the policy and the health issue for the population
selected is established. The level at which this occurs is
discussed. Strong rationale and evidence are offered for

6. support. Insight into the policy health issue is
demonstrated.Problem Statement20.0%A problem statement is
not included.A problem statement is present but lacks detail or
is incomplete. Subject knowledge is unclear or inconsistent.A
problem statement is present. Some subject knowledge is
evident.rA problem statement is included, and subject
knowledge is competent.A problem statement is thoroughly
developed with supporting details.Suggestions for Addressing
the Policy Health Issue (C 1.4 Participate in health care policy
development to influence nursing practice and health
care.)20.0%Suggestions for addressing the policy health issue
are not included.Suggestions for addressing the policy health
issue are incomplete. Suggestions do not include all assignment
criteria. The suggestions do not support policy change for the
policy health issue.Suggestions for addressing the issue are
present. Some subject knowledge is evident. Most assignment
criteria are met. The suggestions generally outline steps for
policy change. More information or evidence is
needed.Suggestions for addressing the issue are present, and
subject knowledge is competent. All assignment criteria are
met. The suggestions outline steps for policy change. Minor
detail is needed for clarity.Suggestions for addressing the issue
are thoroughly developed with supporting details. All
assignment criteria are met and well-supported. The suggestions
are well-supported and offer clear steps for initiating policy
change.Impact on Health Care Delivery System20.0%A
discussion on the impact on the health care delivery system is
not included.A discussion on the impact on the health care
delivery system is present but lacks detail or is incomplete.
Subject knowledge is unclear or inconsistent.A discussion on
the impact on the health care delivery system is present. Some
subject knowledge is evident.A discussion on the impact on the
health care delivery system is present, and subject knowledge is
competent.A discussion on the impact on the health care
delivery system is thoroughly developed with supporting
details.Organization, Effectiveness, and Format20.0%Thesis

7. Development and Purpose5.0%Paper lacks any discernible
overall purpose or organizing claim.Thesis is insufficiently
developed or vague. Purpose is not clear.Thesis is apparent and
appropriate to purpose.Thesis is clear and forecasts the
development of the paper. Thesis is descriptive and reflective of
the arguments and appropriate to the purpose.Thesis is
comprehensive and contains the essence of the paper. Thesis
statement makes the purpose of the paper clear.Argument Logic
and Construction5.0%Statement of purpose is not justified by
the conclusion. The conclusion does not support the claim
made. Argument is incoherent and uses noncredible
sources.Sufficient justification of claims is lacking. Argument
lacks consistent unity. There are obvious flaws in the logic.
Some sources have questionable credibility.Argument is orderly
but may have a few inconsistencies. The argument presents
minimal justification of claims. Argument logically, but not
thoroughly, supports the purpose. Sources used are credible.
Introduction and conclusion bracket the thesis.Argument shows
logical progression. Techniques of argumentation are evident.
There is a smooth progression of claims from introduction to
conclusion. Most sources are authoritative.Clear and convincing
argument presents a persuasive claim in a distinctive and
compelling manner. All sources are authoritative.Mechanics of
Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, language
use)5.0%Surface errors are pervasive enough that they impede
communication of meaning. Inappropriate word choice or
sentence construction is used.Frequent and repetitive
mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in
language choice (register) or word choice are present. Sentence
structure is correct but not varied.Some mechanical errors or
typos are present, but they are not overly distracting to the
reader. Correct and varied sentence structure and audience-
appropriate language are employed.Prose is largely free of
mechanical errors, although a few may be present. The writer
uses a variety of effective sentence structures and figures of
speech.Writer is clearly in command of standard, written,

8. academic English.Paper Format (use of appropriate style for
the major and assignment)2.0%Template is not used
appropriately, or documentation format is rarely followed
correctly.Appropriate template is used, but some elements are
missing or mistaken. A lack of control with formatting is
apparent.Appropriate template is used. Formatting is correct,
although some minor errors may be present.Appropriate
template is fully used. There are virtually no errors in
formatting style.All format elements are correct.Documentation
of Sources (citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc.,
as appropriate to assignment and style)3.0%Sources are not
documented.Documentation of sources is inconsistent or
incorrect, as appropriate to assignment and style, with numerous
formatting errors.Sources are documented, as appropriate to
assignment and style, although some formatting errors may be
present.Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment
and style, and format is mostly correct.Sources are completely
and correctly documented, as appropriate to assignment and
style, and format is free of error.Total Weightage100%