The family of a Vietnamese patient is grieving after the death of their family member. Which of the following will the family most likely plan to do at the time of the patient's death?
1. Wash the body of the deceased family member.
2. Shout at the nurse to leave them alone to grieve.
3. Stare at anyone who comes into the patient's room.
4. Place a special amulet on the patient's body.
Wash the body of the deceased family member.
Rationale:The family may want to wash the body of the deceased person because the body is highly respected. In the Vietnamese culture, a loud voice is a sign of disrespect, and avoiding eye contact is a sign of respect. The Chinese place special amulets or cloths on the body of a deceased person.
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