To create culturally sensitive nursing actions and decisions, nurses should gather knowledge and information about
A. The patient's height, weight, and vital signs.
B. The patient's past medical treatments.
C. The patient's primary physician.
D. The patient's personal health values and beliefs.
ANS: D
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