When working with clients of any culture, which action should a nurse avoid?
A. Maintaining eye contact, based on cultural norms
B. Assuming that all individuals who share a culture or ethnic group are similar
C. Supporting the client in participating in cultural and spiritual rituals
D. Using an interpreter to clarify communication
ANS: B
The nurse should avoid assuming that all individuals who share a culture or ethnic group are similar. This action constitutes stereotyping and must be avoided. Within each culture, many variations and subcultures exist. Clients should be treated as individuals.
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