MC The nurse performs a home visit for a client who is originally from Mexico. The nurse notices that the client seems somewhat passive during the health teaching and when questions are asked about the client's home treatment course
Based on the nurse's assessment, which of the following is the most accurate reason for the client's behavior?
A. There may be cultural factors that explain the client's behavior.
B. The client may be uncomfortable with having the nurse in the home.
C. The client probably does not understand English.
D. The client is not interested in what the nurse is doing.
A. There may be cultural factors that explain the client's behavior.
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