The nurse observes that the families who do not show up for scheduled clinic appointments are usually from minority cultural groups. The best explanation for this is that these families often differ from the dominant culture because they:
a. lack education.
b. avoid health care.
c. are more forgetful.
d. view time differently.
ANS: D
Each cultural group has different conceptions of time and waiting. The dominant culture in the United States has a fairly rigid view of time. Other cultures may be late or miss activities because other issues take precedence over the appointment. Education is not the issue. It is the concept of time in the cultural group. It is not done to avoid health care. The family usually believes that the appointment can be made for a later time. The family does not forget the time, but other issues take priority.
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