Psychosocial Integrity Practice Question
Question
The nurse is caring for a client with panic symptoms and is focused on cultural respect scenario 5. Which nursing action is most appropriate?
Answer choices
- A. Delay assessment until the next scheduled round if the client is not calling for help.
- B. Ask about preferences and avoid assumptions about beliefs or practices.
- C. Delegate the clinical assessment and nursing judgment to assistive personnel.
- D. Document the concern without notifying the appropriate provider or care team member when escalation is needed.
Correct Answer
B. Ask about preferences and avoid assumptions about beliefs or practices.
Explanation
The priority action for cultural respect is to ask about preferences and avoid assumptions about beliefs or practices. NCLEX-style prioritization favors safety, assessment, appropriate delegation, timely escalation, and client-centered teaching.
Question details
- Difficulty: medium
- Domain: Psychosocial Integrity
- Objective: cultural respect