An acute care nurse communicating with a client from a different culture notes that the client intermittently nods the head and smiles during the conversation.
The nurse would promote effective communication with this client by placing which of the following interpretations on this client's behavior?
1. The client agrees with the content of the conversation.
2. The client may not understand, but may be trying to please the nurse.
3. The client agrees with the plan of care.
4. The client is willing to do whatever is necessary in order to be discharged.
Question 2
A nurse who is aware of the biological variations among cultures would expect that a client with Tay-Sachs disease would most likely be of which of the following cultural heritages?
1. Jewish
2. Mexican
3. Chinese
4. African
The nurse assists the patient in reflecting on his feelings
An extended care facility.
Colossal head, Olmec culture.
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