Why Would It Be Difficult for the Nurse to Obtain

question 22

Multiple Choice

Why would it be difficult for the nurse to obtain information about sex and bodily functions from a female patient of Italian heritage?

• A)There is a strong sense of modesty that hampers discussion.
• B)The medical terms have no parallel meaning in Italian.
• C)They prefer to only speak to female physicians.
• D)Most male physicians may not want to discuss these issues.

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