A young child from Mexico is hospitalized for a serious illness. The father tells the nurse that the child is being punished by God for being bad. The nurse should recognize that this is:

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This reflects a health belief common in some cultures, where illness or misfortune is sometimes interpreted as divine punishment for wrongdoing. Understanding and respecting cultural perspectives on health and illness is important in providing culturally competent care.

A Young Child from Mexico Is Hospitalized for a Serious