An African American youth is being interviewed by a nurse. The client states that he grew up in an impoverished neighborhood and has recently sought affiliation with a gang. The client also admits to taking part in theft and assault.
How should the nurse interpret culture as a factor in this youth's life?
A) Most African American homes lack a positive male role model.
B) Some African Americans believe the future is hopeless because of past experiences and current perceptions of racism.
C) Punctuality is not valued, leading to lower job retention and lower financial level.
D) Most African Americans have little or no religious beliefs, which contributes to the decay in morals.
Question 2
After caring for a patient with a personality disorder the nurse states, At first I thought this was such a nice person. Now I realize it's like working with the devil..
The two different views held by the nurse are most likely the result of: a. countertransference .
b. lack of emotional self-control.
c. objective assessment of the patient.
d. inability of the patient to profit from therapy.
Nurse's hand over patients abdomen
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