A nurse is caring for a female Asian American client who requires surgery. The client and her family are discussing the recommended surgery
When providing information to this family, which characteristic, relating to Asian American culture, should the nurse consider?
A) Obesity and alcoholism are common problems.
B) Elderly people maintain positions of authority within the culture.
C) "Tai" and "chi" are the fundamental concepts of Asian health practices.
D) Asian Americans are likely to seek psychiatric help.
B
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