The nurse is performing a cultural assessment using the Transcultural Assessment Model. What aspect of communication should the nurse keep in mind when planning the assessment?
A. Personal space does not vary from one culture to another.
B. Cultural groups living in America are future-oriented.
C. Non-verbal communication is consistent across cultures.
D. The use of silence may differ among different groups.
D
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