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Arii_bell · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

The nurse caring for a Chinese American child should be aware that acceptable nonverbal communication patterns to use when giving information to the child's father include: Standard Text: Select all that apply.

1. Handshakes between men only.
2. The father prefers not to be touched by strangers.
3. Avoiding direct eye contact when listening.
4. Distant personal space is preferred.
5. Touch is common with family members and close friends.

Question 2

A teenage girl has recently been diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). In teaching the girl about her disease, the nurse explains that the teenager needs to avoid which typical teenage activity?

1. Receiving a manicure and a pedicure
2. Daily hair shampoos
3. Using a tanning bed
4. Attending late night parties and dances

Jbrasil · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

2,3,4
Rationale 1: Shaking hands between men only is characteristic of Eastern Indian culture.
Rationale 2: Avoiding direct eye contact, preferring distant personal space, and preferring not to be touched by strangers are all characteristics of nonverbal communication patterns in the Chinese culture.
Rationale 3: Avoiding direct eye contact, preferring distant personal space, and preferring not to be touched by strangers are all characteristics of nonverbal communication patterns in the Chinese culture.
Rationale 4: Avoiding direct eye contact, preferring distant personal space, and preferring not to be touched by strangers are all characteristics of nonverbal communication patterns in the Chinese culture.
Rationale 5: Touch between family and close friends is more characteristic of the African American culture.
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Answer to Question 2

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Rationale 1: Manicures and pedicures do not place the child at any risk.
Rationale 2: Although one symptom of SLE can be alopecia, gentle shampooing is not a cause of this symptom.
Rationale 3: Individuals with SLE have photosensitivity, and tanning beds can lead to exacerbations as well as skin damage from sun burns.
Rationale 4: Although adequate rest is important for the teenager with SLE, the teenager can catch up on her sleep the next day.
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