When Caring for a Patient Who Is Native American, the Best

question 10

Multiple Choice

When caring for a patient who is Native American, the best initial action by the nurse is to

• A) avoid all eye contact with the patient.
• B) observe the patient's use of eye contact.
• C) look directly at the patient when interacting.
• D) ask the family about the patient's cultural beliefs.

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