The nurse works in a clinic and is seeing Joseph Red Hawk, an American Native who has just been diagnosed with diabetes. Which of the following is a recommended guideline for the nurse prior to performing an assessment of this client?
A) Decide to treat him exactly like every other client
B) Research Native American customs to ensure compatibility with the interviewing style
C) Practice techniques to use on Mr. Red Hawk, including establishing eye contact and using touch
D) Make a list of questions to ask Mr. Red Hawk to facilitate therapeutic communication
Question 2
The nurse is working on the OB unit and caring for a 16-year-old woman from Cambodia. To provide care that is culturally sensitive, the first thing the nurse will do is
A) help the client to learn the correct way to care for an infant.
B) clearly explain all of the hospital policies, making sure she understands unit rules.
C) treat the client as all other clients are treated.
D) ask the client to tell the nurse what can be done to help her at this time.
The nurse applies a pulse oximeter sensor on the client’s finger.
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Nurse palpating the patient's brachial artery
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