A client of Vietnamese background is admitted to the unit after a hysterectomy. She has an order for clear liquids. When her tray is brought to her, she refuses the lime Jell-O. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?
a. "I don't blame you. I don't like lime Jell-O either."
b. "Tell me about your cultural beliefs to best help you."
c. "Why don't you want to eat the lime Jell-O?"
d. "It is important for you to eat so that you will heal."
B
Asking clients to explain their cultural beliefs will assist nurses to recognize how these beliefs define health and illness.
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