A nurse has been assigned to care for a bisexual client. Which of the following would be important for the nurse to recognize about this client?
a. The client may have experienced disparities in health status and care.
b. The client has received care similar to that of all other U.S. citizens.
c. The client may be resistant to education by the nurse.
d. The client has resisted mainstream lifestyles and behaviors.
ANS: A
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