A psychiatric–mental health nurse is integrating the principles of culturally sensitive care into a client's plan of care. The nurse should consider which of the following when developing psychiatric interventions?
A) That all members of a particular culture have similar beliefs
B) A client's preference for medication
C) A client's background, beliefs, and concerns
D) That all members of a particular culture suffer from similar conditions
Ans: C
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Because of differences in culturally influenced or determined values, it is imperative for health care providers to consider a client's background, beliefs, and concerns when choosing therapies and interventions.
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