Mexican American Culture

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Across
  1. 2. Myth or belief that this plant alongside chocolate can accelerate child birth.
  2. 6. Term used to describe the 40 days of rest and recuperation following birth. Can be a reason that postpartum appointments are missed.
  3. 7. Mexican-American culture tends to be _________, indicating that members seek out group opinion and approval.
  4. 8. Hispanics are _________ likely to donate organs.
  5. 11. Mexican Americans rely on family, including _________ family members.
  6. 12. Take action in using _________ services.
  7. 15. _________ feedings of breast milk and formula are more prevalent in the younger generations of Mexican American mothers.
  8. 16. Direct __________ are often avoided in Mexican-American communication, as this is considered impolite.
Down
  1. 1. Religion and _________ are integrated into everyday life.
  2. 3. Making _________ contact is typical cultural behavior that indicates interest and sincerity.
  3. 4. Current Mexican-American diets are high in fat but low in fruits and _________.
  4. 5. It is important to involve the _________ in making health-related decisions for Mexican-American patients.
  5. 9. _________ care is not established until later in pregnancy.
  6. 10. Accept death due to a strong relationship with _________, faith and spirituality.
  7. 13. Traditionally this bread is consumed on the Day of Kings or "Dia de Los Reyes".
  8. 14. Follow a family centered decision making model rather than individualistic or autonomy based.