You are caring for a client who is a refugee from Haiti
The family has been displaced because of an earthquake in their country. The client has healing fractures on his right arm as well as fractured ribs. He tells you that before you care for him you must consult with his Voodoo healer. Your response would include
A) teaching the client that he is in the United States and will abide by Western medical practices.
B) informing the physician that the client is noncompliant.
C) consulting with the healer and updating the physician regarding treatment and any herbal medications that may be used.
D) encouraging the client to use a complementary approach to his care.
C
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