A 35-year-old Afghani woman is admitted to the obstetric unit. While doing a transcultural assessment, how would the nurse individualize questions for this patient?
A) Ascertain if the patient speaks and understands English
B) Remember that 35-year-old Afghani women were not allowed an education in their home country
C) Get a translator
D) Speak only with the patient's husband
A
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