The nurse is caring for a postpartum patient who requests to dry and bury the umbilical cord near an object or in a place that symbolizes what the parents want for the child's future
The nurse recognizes that the patient is adhering to the cultural beliefs of which culture? a. American Indians
b. African-Americans
c. Chinese-Americans
d. Mexican-Americans
A
After delivery American Indians practice taking the umbilical cord from the newborn, drying and burying it near an object or place that symbolizes what the parents want for the child's future.
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A new graduate is seeking a new position in nursing and wants to "sell" herself effectively. The best strategy is to:
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word