A male nurse is preparing to perform a neurologic examination on a patient. Which ethnic group would require an alternative approach for this exam?
A) Jewish
B) Asian American
C) Islamic
D) African American
Ans: B
Feedback: For many Asian Americans, it is impolite to touch the patient's head because the spirit is believed to reside in the head.
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