The nurse is caring for a client who says, "This is how we've always done it." The best interpretation of this is that the client
a. is describing a cul-tural tradition c. does not want new information
b. is being resistant d. has no need for new information
A
People learn about culture through traditions. When people state, "That's how we've always done it," they are describing cultural traditions. Cultural beliefs, values, customs, and behaviors are transmitted from one generation to another.
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