A Caucasian Nurse Is Caring for an African American Client

A Caucasian nurse is caring for an African American client who has a history of myocardial infarction and is receiving atorvastatin (Lipitor) .The nurse assesses the client's diet to be very high in fat.Which teaching plan would be most effective at improving the client's diet and possibly reducing the need for additional medications?

A) Plan to ask an African American nurse to speak to the client about low-fat diets.
B) Discuss the client's diet with whoever prepares meals for the family.
C) Give the client a printout about low-fat diets specific to African Americans.
D) Ask the health care provider for a consult by dietary services so a dietician can teach the client about low-fat diets.