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Silence has various meanings in different cultures. The nurse assistant should be aware that among Asians, silence is:
  1. A sign of agreement between parties.
  2. A sign of respect.
  3. Used for privacy.
  4. Telling somebody that he/she is not welcome.
Explanation
Answer: B - In some Asian cultures, silence is a sign of respect, particularly to an older person. In the English and Arabic cultures, silence is used for privacy. Among Russians, French, and Spanish cultures, silence means an agreement between parties.
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