The nurse was admitting a woman from Italy who spoke perfect English. The nurse had no idea what would be considered appropriate behavior for a male nurse with a female client from outside the United States. What might be his best approach?
A. "Can you tell me about Italy? I've always wanted to go there."
B. "I don't know much about care in your country. Could you tell me what you expect from a nurse in a hospital?"
C. "I understand you have national health care in your country, but you do understand that here you will have to pay for all your care?"
D. "You'll probably prefer a female nurse. I'll have a female colleague come in shortly."
ANS: B
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