Patients' lifestyles in the home may vary greatly from the nurse's own beliefs. To work successfully with the patient, the nurse must:
A) Ask for another assignment if there is a conflict of interest.
B) Ask the patient to come to the agency to receive treatment.
C) Convey respect for the patient's beliefs.
D) Adapt the patient's home to a hospital-like environment.
Ans: C
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