During the Admission Procedure, the Nurse Learns That a New

question 13

Multiple Choice

During the admission procedure, the nurse learns that a new client is from a culture that requires men to keep their head covered at all times by wearing a turban.The client's roommate in the double room is recovering from detoxification and has episodes of using racial slurs.Which action by the nurse is best?

• A)Make a note on the client's record that a curtain should be kept drawn between the two roommates at all times.
• B)Assume that the client will be fine, because the client's culture prides themselves on their strength.
• C)Describe and explain the situation and ask if the client is comfortable being in the same room with the roommate.
• D)Arrange to have the client assigned to a different room, without the probability of a verbally offensive roommate.

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