A nurse is performing an admission interview of a Native American client. When interviewing this client, which characteristic, relating to individuals of the Native American culture, should the nurse anticipate?
A) Most Native Americans are warm and outgoing.
B) Touch is a common form of communication.
C) Primary social organizations are family and tribe.
D) Most Native Americans are future-oriented.
C
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