A nurse is caring for a client of another culture. Which of the following actions would be most appropriate for the nurse to take?
a. Alter personal nonverbal behaviors to reflect the cultural norms of the client.
b. Keep all behaviors culturally neutral to avoid misinterpretation.
c. Rely on friendly gestures to communicate caring for the client.
d. Avoid any pretense of prejudice by treating the client in the same way as any other client.
ANS: A
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