Following a surgical procedure, an older Chinese woman refuses to perform the range of motion and breathing exercises requested, in addition is hesitant to complete her hygienic care and grooming. The nurse recognizes that this is most likely related to:
1. Dependence on health care providers for care
2. Reliance upon family members to assist with care
3. Lack of personal motivation to participate in self-care
4. Reluctance to cooperate with traditional Western medical treatment
ANS: 2
Non-Western cultures traditionally rely heavily on family members to provide care. Although it may be related to dependence on health care providers for care, it is not as likely because non-Western cultures depend on family members to assist with care. While it may be related to lack of personal motivation to participate in self-care, the client's behavior is more likely a result of her cultural background rather than a lack of motivation. While the client's behavior may be a result of reluctance to cooperate with Western medical treatments, it is more likely indicative of her cultural dependence on family members.
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