The nurse is caring for a client who is of Filipino descent. He arrived at the hospital with his entire extended family, who indicated that they intended to remain in his room to assist in his care
What should be the highest priority action on the part of the nurse?
a. Call the physician for an order to limit the number of family members allowed in the room.
b. Ask the client to ask his family members to limit themselves to only two in the room.
c. Ask the nurse manager to be present when the nurse explains the situation to the family.
d. Recognize that this is a behavior that may be part of the Filipino culture.
ANS: D
In general, the Filipino culture expects that family members will stay at a client's bedside and participate in his or her care.
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