A nurse is caring for a client of a different culture. The nurse is not familiar with the customs of this particular client and becomes disturbed when the client's spouse makes all the decisions about care and treatments
The nurse's reaction is an example of which of the following?
1. Inference
2. Judgment
3. Opinion
4. Evaluation
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale: Opinions are beliefs formed over time and include judgments that may fit facts or be in error. In this case, the nurse may not understand that culturally, this may be very appropriate and fitting for this client. If this is the case, the nurse should not become disturbed by the spouse's attention. Inferences are conclusions drawn from the facts, going beyond facts to make a statement about something not currently known. Judgment is an evaluation of facts or information that reflects values or other criteria; it is a type of opinion. Evaluation is considering the results or outcome.
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