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The client is legally blind in both eyes. Which of the following statements is most appropriate for the nurse to make to the client regarding providing the client with assistance?
 
  a. I will walk in front of you, and you can hold onto my belt.
  b. I know that you must need me to be your sighted guide to get around in this fa-cility.
  c. I will warn you of upcoming curbs or stairs.
  d. I will get you a wheelchair so that I can move you around safely.

Question 2

A Chinese family that has been in Canada for five years has learned to speak English and has adopted certain Western characteristics. However, they have continued to adhere to their values, beliefs, and traditions. What is this process called?
 
  a. Assimilation
  b. Enculturation
  c. Acculturation
  d. Multiculturalism



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Answer to Question 1

C
To assist the client who is legally blind, the nurse should warn the client when approaching doorways or narrow spaces, including upcoming curbs or stairs.
To assist the client who is legally blind, the nurse should walk one-half step ahead and slightly to the side of the visually impaired person. The client can place his or her hand on the nurse's fore-arm.
I know that you must need me to be your sighted guide to get around in this facility is not the most appropriate response. The client may need orientation to the environment and extra time, but should not be made to feel dependent on the nurse. Often, clients who have sensory impair-ments can help themselves, and it is essential that they do so for self-esteem.
Placing the client in a wheelchair is not the best response. The client who is able should be en-couraged to ambulate.

Answer to Question 2

C
Acculturation is the process of adapting to or adopting the characteristics of a new culture.
Assimilation is a process whereby a minority group gradually acquires the attitudes and customs of the mainstream culture.
Socialization into one's primary culture as a child is known as enculturation.
Multiculturalism is prevalent in Canadian society, where many cultures coexist while maintaining their cultural differences.



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