The nurse is caring for a client from the white American cultural group. Which of the following cultural considerations should the nurse ensure when providing care to this client?
1. There is minimal tolerance for delays so provide pain medication in a timely manner.
2. Submission to those in authority is a characteristic of this culture group.
3. Prayer is emphasized for prevention and treatment of health problems.
4. Illnesses are treated with hot or cold foods.
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White Americans have different backgrounds in regard to their cultures and subcultures. In general, white Americans do not tolerate delays in health care. Submission to those in authority is a characteristic of the Asian American cultural group. Prayer for the prevention and treatment of health problems is a characteristic of the African American cultural group. Using hot or cold foods to treat illnesses is a characteristic of the Hispanic cultural group.
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