A nurse prepares to teach important medication information to a patient of Mexican heritage. How should the nurse manage the teaching environment?
a. Stand very close to the patient while teaching.
b. Maintain direct eye contact with the patient while teaching.
c. Maintain a neutral emotional tone during the teaching session.
d. Sit 4 feet or more from the patient during the teaching session.
ANS: A
Latin American cultures use close personal space, closer than many other minority groups.
Standing very close to the patient frequently indicates acceptance. Direct eye contact should not be prolonged with this patient. Persons of this cultural heritage have high emotionality.
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