The nurse observes a female client rubbing the chest of her asthmatic daughter with a coin. Which of the following reflects a culturally sensitive, or transcultural, response to this client?
A) "Stop! You're hurting your child!"
B) "What is it that you are doing right now?"
C) "I'll have to inform the doctor that you are not following instructions."
D) "You are making your daughter cry."
Ans: B
The correct answer reflects that the nurse is attempting to ask a question that will help her to understand the client's behaviors, which would be a culturally sensitive approach. The other answers demonstrate nonacceptance or a negative attitude from the nurse.
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