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Upon completion of this module the learner will be able to:
1. Explain major traditional health beliefs among individuals from Asian Indian backgrounds.
2. List 5 practical considerations Western providers should take into account in clinical assessment of Asian Indian American elders.
3. List the top 5 causes of death for Asian Indian, and how they might be affected by culturally appropriate prevention programs.
4. Discuss appropriate approaches in dealing with advance directives and end of life care with Asian Indian elders and their families.
