The nurse is conducting a heritage assessment. Which question is most appropriate for this assessment?
a. "What is your religion?"
b. "Do you mostly participate in the religious traditions of your family?"
c. "Do you smoke?"
d. "Do you have a history of heart disease?"
ANS: B
Asking questions about participation in the religious traditions of family enables the nurse to assess a person's heritage. Simply asking about one's religion, smoking history, or health history does not reflect heritage.
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