The nurse is completing a cultural heritage assessment. Which items will be included in this portion of the health assessment? Select all that apply
A) Religion
B) Participation in religious traditions
C) Health history
D) Celebration of holidays
E) Use of tobacco
F) Use of alternative therapies
A, B, D, F
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Health-related beliefs and practices (such as religious traditions and celebration of holidays, and use of alternative health practices) can reflect the cultural heritage of the client. Asking questions can assist in determining cultural heritage. Religion, tobacco use, and/or health history assists in the health history but does not reflect upon heritage or culture.
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