The new nurse states that the client's beliefs and actions related to common health practices are "bizarre" and must indicate some type of deviant behavior. In planning a response, the nurse is guided by:

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The best choice is D because it reflects the cultural and social considerations that influence how beliefs and behaviors are perceived as deviant. This highlights the importance of understanding the client's culture and beliefs before making judgments about their behavior. A is not correct because the client may not be aware that their beliefs and behaviors are deviant, but that does not negate the fact that others may perceive them as such. B is not the best choice because the duration of the beliefs and actions may not determine whether they are deviant or not. C is not correct because there is no definition of deviance that covers all clinical situations, as deviance is a socially and culturally constructed concept.

The New Nurse States That the Client's Beliefs and Actions