Which subculture has often been neglected with regard to health care issues?
A. Clients from Middle Eastern countries
B. Gay and lesbian clients
C. Infants and children
D. Older adult clients
A
Gay and lesbian individuals form a subculture related to sexual orientation that may differ from the primary culture to which they also belong. Although older adults, as well as infants and children, are also a subculture, there is considerable national attention focused on their specific health needs and care issues. Clients from Middle Eastern countries would be considered part of a culture rather than a subculture.
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