The nurse is standing in the hallway talking to one of the residents in the long-term care facility. Every time the nurse moves closer to the patient he takes a step backward. What aspect of this patient's culture does the nurse need to consider?
1.
Communication needs
2.
Socialization needs
3.
Personal space needs
4.
Health beliefs
ANS: 3
This patient is indicating the need for personal space by moving away from the nurse when the nurse invades his personal space.
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