When Caring for a Patient from a Different Culture, Which

question 15

Multiple Choice

When caring for a patient from a different culture, which of the following is the best assessment approach by the nurse?

• A) "Are there any special cultural beliefs about your illness that might help me give you better care?"
• B) "Describe to me your position of greatest relief from pain and discomfort."
• C) "I will return shortly to give you a pain medication. Is there anything else that you need?"
• D) "I will roll your bed down and place a pillow between your legs."

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