Question

The nurse is caring for a 89-year-old patient of Asian descent. The nurse repeatedly asks questions of the patient and the patient avoids the nurse’s gaze and answers the questions with head nods. How should the nurse interpret the patient’s non-verbal communication?

agreement with the treatment plan
a cultural sign of disrespect
disagreement with the treatment plan
a cultural sign of respect

Accepted Answer

a cultural sign of respect

Answer

agreement with the treatment plan

Answer

a cultural sign of disrespect

Answer

disagreement with the treatment plan

Question 13 - Professional Caring and Ethical Practice Practice Test for the CCRN