The client's values
a. must coincide with those of the nurse.
b. are only considered during assessment.
c. influence the nurse's interventions.
d. are not influenced by culture.
ANS: C
In the planning phase, it is important to identify and understand the client's value system as the foundation for developing the most appropriate interventions. It is not necessary for the client and nurse's values to coincide; in fact, it is an unrealistic expectation. The client's value system is important to consider throughout the nursing process. Values are influenced by culture and religious beliefs.
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