The nurse is teaching a group of clients in the clinic about nutrition and gallstone formation. Which of the following clients would the nurse expect to need this teaching the most?
1. The Asian client
2. The Native American client
3. The Norwegian client
4. The African American client
2. The Native American
Rationale:
Native Americans have a higher incidence of gallstones than Asians, Caucasians, and African Americans. This is thought to result from genes that promote efficient calorie use and fat storage.
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