The nurse is caring for a male Middle-Eastern client. Which of the following questions would assist the nurse is evaluating the client's cultural needs?
A) Who or what is your greatest source of comfort?
B) What do you do when you need to relax?
C) What kinds of activities do you do in your spare time?
D) How would you describe your role in your family?
Ans: D
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Nurses must develop skill in asking questions that define cultural variables with regard to communication, touch, proximity to others, family roles, and social roles. Sample questions include "How would you describe your role in your family?"
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