Time orientation within cultures can vary quite a bit.
The client receiving a transplant will need to maintain a strict schedule of antirejection medications.
The client states that he has never used a watch before, and his people do things when they know they should be done.
An appropriate response by the nurse would be which of the following?
"You have to take these at a certain time, or you will die.".
"Well, that's your prerogative. Here is the schedule. If you adhere to it, you'll be healthier.".
Tell me more about that. Let's talk about finding a method that will work for you.".
"Here is the schedule. Here is a watch. You take these three medications at 8 am, these four at noon, and these three again at 5 pm. At 10 pm, you have these five pills, and you will take them at 3 pm.".
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The Correct Answer is C
It is important for the nurse to understand the client’s cultural perspective and work with them to find a method that will help them adhere to their medication schedule.
This approach shows respect for the client’s cultural beliefs and values while also emphasizing the importance of taking their medications on time.
CHOICE A. Telling the client that they will die if they do not take their medications at a certain time is not an appropriate response as it may cause unnecessary fear and anxiety.
CHOICE B. Telling the client that it is their prerogative to follow the schedule or not does not emphasize the importance of adhering to the medication schedule.
CHOICE D. Simply providing the client with a schedule and a watch without discussing their cultural beliefs and values may not be effective in helping them adhere to their medication schedule.
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Correct Answer is D
Explanation
According to Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, all people have basic human needs that must be met before they can attend to higher needs.
These basic human needs are physiological (food and clothing), safety (job security), love and belonging needs (friendship), esteem, and self-actualization1.
Choice A is incorrect because people do not have the same needs at the same time.
Choice B is incorrect because Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs does not mention the risk of becoming ill.
Choice C is incorrect because not all people have a desire to be the best.
Correct Answer is B
Explanation
Telling the parents “Don’t worry, I’m sure he will be fine” is an example of false reassurance.
This statement does not provide any factual information about the child’s condition and may give the parents a false sense of security.
Telling the parents that their child will receive prompt care [A], that the hospital cares for many 5-year-olds [C], or that the nurse has been a pediatric nurse for ten years [D] are not examples of false reassurance.
These statements provide factual information and may help to reassure the parents without giving them false hope.
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