How can the nurse aide show cultural sensitivity during everyday communication?

• A.Assume every resident prefers the same eye contact and distance
• B.Ask about preferences for eye contact and personal space and respect them
• C.Avoid caring for residents whose customs are unfamiliar to you
• D.Require every resident to shake hands as a greeting each day

Why

Asking about and respecting preferences for eye contact, distance, and greetings honors cultural differences. Assuming everyone is the same, avoiding residents, or forcing a greeting ignores those differences.

Content outline: Role of the Nurse Aide - Communication: Cultural Sensitivity · From the Role of the Nurse Aide practice bank (RA-097).

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