The nurse is caring for a Vietnamese client. When providing care, the nurse should include which action?
1. Maintaining direct eye contact.
2. Providing greater than the usual amount of personal space.
3. Using periods of silence to indicate positive emotion.
4. Engaging in a casual discussion about feelings.
Correct Answer: 2
The traditional Vietnamese client will appreciate an increase allowance of personal space. The culture often does not engage in direct eye contact as it is deemed disrespectful. Periods of silence are used to demonstrate negative emotion. Discussion of personal feelings is discouraged.
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