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lracut11

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A Navajo Native American is traveling across the country and becomes ill. He visits a hospital emergency room and appears very uncomfortable in the surroundings.
 
  The nurse knows that traditional Navajo Native Americans typically receive health care in: a. Homes
  b. Small hospitals
  c. Physicians' offices
  d. Outpatient clinics

Question 2

The ethical principle of nonmaleficence means to
 
  1. do no harm.
  2. actively do good.
  3. keep promises made.
  4. make personal choices.



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Answer to Question 1

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Many traditional Native Americans receive health care in their homes, community settings, or social places. The emergency room setting would be very uncomfortable for this client.

Answer to Question 2

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