Which of the Following Should Be the Initial Consideration Made

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following should be the initial consideration made by a nurse who is working with lesbian,gay,bisexual,and transgendered (LGBT) families?

• A) Understanding of same sex marriage laws within the state
• B) Understanding of personal feelings of working with members of this community
• C) Assessment of the family structure within the LGBT family
• D) Assessment of sexual orientation in a safe environment

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Definitions:

Glossopharyngeal

Pertaining to the ninth cranial nerve, which carries sensory information from the back of the throat and taste from the posterior third of the tongue.

Hypoglossal

Relating to the twelfth cranial nerve, which is primarily responsible for controlling the muscles of the tongue.

Facial

Pertaining to the face, including structures, muscles, or expressions associated with the human face.

Umami

Umami, one of the five basic tastes, is the savory taste attributed to amino acids such as glutamate, and nucleotides.