Author Question: Nurses must be aware of cultural considerations when assisting clients with pain tolerance. Which ... (Read 46 times)

sarasara · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

Nurses must be aware of cultural considerations when assisting clients with pain tolerance. Which statement made by the nurse indicates an understanding of cultural awareness?

1. Nurses must know that all pain is the same no matter what culture the client comes from.
2. Nurses must not ask probing questions about the client's pain, as this is considered inappropriate.
3. Nurses should treat all clients the same regardless of cultural differences.
4. Nurses must understand that different cultures deal with pain in very different ways. Nurses must not judge the client based on any misconceptions of pain and treatment of pain.

Question 2

Pain is a complex phenomenon that affects both the physical and mental areas. When teaching the client about pain, which statement made by the client would indicate appropriate understanding?

1. Cancer pain usually only lasts a short time.
2. Acute pain is usually rapid and can vary in intensity.
3. Chronic pain may be acute, chronic, or intermittent.
4. Chronic pain usually only lasts a little while.

lou · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 4

Nurses must be culturally aware of the client's beliefs when taking care of the medical conditions that cause them pain. The other statements do not accurately illustrate an understanding of cultural awareness.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 2

Acute pain can be described as rapid and can vary in intensity. This statement indicates an appropriate understanding of the teaching session. The other statements indicate that the client requires further education.