When the South Asian client arrives 25 minutes late to her appointment at the clinic, the nurse recognizes this as a sign of which of the following?
A) Disrespect
B) Laziness
C) Respect
D) Superiority
Ans: C
In some South Asian cultures, being late is considered a sign of respect. It may be useful to note this in the client's file and take it into account when scheduling future appointments.
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