An older adult woman of Chinese ancestry refuses to eat at the nursing home, stating, "I'm just not hungry." What factors should the staff assess for this problem?
A) The woman does not like to eat with other residents of the home.
B) The woman is using this as a means of going home.
C) The food served may not be culturally appropriate.
D) The food served may violate religious beliefs.
C
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