The nurse educator is teaching a group of students about cultural differences to consider when conducting an ear, nose, and throat assessment. Which statement by a nursing student indicates appropriate understanding of the information presented?
A. "Asians have a high incidence of tooth decay."
B. "Asians have a higher risk of having issues associated with cleft lips and cleft palates."
C. "Sometimes in Asians and Native Americans, their ear wax looks dry and dark."
D. "Asians are more likely to experience greater difficulty with otitis media than people from other cultures."
Answer: C
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