Cultural communication
Question
The nurse is preparing to communicate with an adult client whose preferences are not yet known. For each action, indicate whether it supports individualized cultural care.
| Row | Supports care | Does not support care |
|---|---|---|
| Ask what practices matter to the client. | ✓ Correct | Not correct |
| Assume the client shares every preference of the client’s religious group. | Not correct | ✓ Correct |
| Use a professional interpreter for a language barrier. | ✓ Correct | Not correct |
| Choose care preferences based on another client of the same background. | Not correct | ✓ Correct |
Answer
Ask what practices matter to the client.: Supports care · Assume the client shares every preference of the client’s religious group.: Does not support care · Use a professional interpreter for a language barrier.: Supports care · Choose care preferences based on another client of the same background.: Does not support care
Rationale
Individualized care starts with the client’s own preferences. Group identity cannot substitute for asking, and language assistance should support accurate exchange.
Sources
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- Adapted from Open RN Nursing Health Promotion: HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
- Adapted from Open RN Nursing Health Promotion: TEACHING & LEARNING
- Adapted from Open RN Nursing: Mental Health and Community Concepts, 2nd edition: PERSONALITY DISORDERS
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