When the nurse is not informed of developmental and cultural issues related to his or her client's background, which of the following may be expected?
A) Normal patterns of behavior may be labeled as deviant, immoral, or insane.
B) The meaning of the client's behavior can be derived from conventional wisdom.
C) The nurse should rely on personal values and standards.
D) The nurse should request a change of assignment.
Ans: A
If the nurse does not remain culturally sensitive, it is possible that symptoms or behaviors that are observed might be misinterpreted as deviant or immoral. Client behavior is always based upon client history and cultural background; understanding of behavior cannot be obtained simply from conventional wisdom.
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