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CCNS Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist

Category - Adult

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A nurse is discussing the ordered dietary restrictions with a Chinese patient. During the teaching session, the patient continuously turns away from the nurse. Which would be the most appropriate nursing action?
  1. Walk around the patient to constantly face the patient
  2. Tell the patient about the importance of the teaching to maintain health care
  3. Continue with the instructions, verifying the patient understanding
  4. Provide a dietary booklet and come back later to continue discussing
Explanation
Answer - B - The most appropriate nursing action is to tell the patient about the importance of the teaching to maintain health care. Many people of Chinese descent maintain a formal distance with others, which is a form of respect. They are uncomfortable with face-to-face communication, especially if there is direct eye contact.
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