In a client's culture it is exceedingly rude to ask any questions about income or wealth. Which of the following actions should be taken by the nurse to draw conclusions about the client's socioeconomic status (SES)?
a. Ask about the client's education or employment position
b. Ask his or her religious leader to share such information with the nurse
c. Let the financial office deal with the problem
d. Refer the issue to the social worker who has better sources of information
ANS: A
SES may be determined by examining income, occupation, and educational level. If that is not possible, age, gender, possessions, location of residence, religion, and race may also be considered.
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