The nurse in labor and birth is caring for a Muslim client during the active phase of labor. The nurse notes that the client quickly draws away when touched. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
a. Ask the charge nurse to reassign you to another client.
b. Assume that she doesn't like you and decrease your time with her.
c. Continue to touch her as much as you need to while providing care.
d. Limit touching to a minimum because physical contact may not be acceptable in her culture.
ANS: D
Touching is an important component of communication in various cultures, but if the client appears to find it offensive, the nurse should respect her cultural beliefs and limit touching her. Asking the charge nurse to reassign you could be offensive to the client. A Muslim's response to touch does not reflect like or dislike. By continuing to touch her, the nurse is showing disrespect for her cultural beliefs.
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