The nurse is caring for a recently immigrated Chinese woman in the postpartum unit. Based on cultural beliefs and practices of the woman, the nurse would anticipate which of the following? Select all that apply
A) The woman prefers cold water for drinking.
B) The woman prefers not to shower.
C) The woman prefers to have her female relatives care for her baby.
D) The woman prefers to have her family bring her food to eat.
B
The woman prefers not to shower.
C
The woman prefers to have her female relatives care for her baby.
D
The woman prefers to have her family bring her food to eat.
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