A nurse is caring for a preterm infant whose parents are from Western Europe
Which characteristic of individuals of the Western European American culture should the nurse consider when helping these parents cope with their concerns for their preterm infant?
A) They are present-oriented; the future is perceived as God's will.
B) Youth is valued; the elderly are commonly placed in nursing homes.
C) Alcoholism is a major problem in the Western European American culture.
D) They have a large personal space.
A
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