The family of an older adult, requiring end of life care, is planning on caring for the client in the home. Which intervention should the nurse implement to meet the cultural needs of the client?
1. Encourage the family to allow a hospice nurse in the home to care for the client.
2. Explore the resources available to the family to meet the client's needs in the home.
3. Ask the client when the family is not present if the client wants to stay in the hospital.
4. Explain to the family the importance of allowing the healthcare team to direct the client's care.
2. Explore the resources available to the family to meet the client's needs in the home.
Explanation: 1. The nurse needs to respect the decisions of the family and the culture even when they are different from the nurse's beliefs.
2. Assisting with the exploration of resources to meet the client's needs supports the traditions and culture of the client and family.
3. The nurse should include the family in discussions about care and respect the client's support systems.
4. The healthcare team is available to provide support to the client and family, not completely direct the clients care.
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