A nurse working with an Asian American college student observes that the client has poor eye contact and that no matter what strategies are used, the Asian American client will not make eye contact
Which of the following would explain the client's behavior?
A.
Looking down is a sign of embarrassment.
B.
Looking down is a sign of shyness.
C.
Looking down signifies deference to authority.
D.
Trancelike syndromes are common.
ANS: C
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