A 42-year-old patient of Asian descent is being seen at the clinic for an initial examination. Why is it important for the nurse to consider the basics of the patient's culture during the patient's health assessment?

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It is important for the nurse to consider the basics of the patient's culture in order to ask the right questions to gather data that is accurate and meaningful in order to provide culturally relevant health care. Considering the basics of a patient's culture does not ensure the identification of the cause of a patient's illness or an accurate disease diagnosis. Although the U.S. is becoming increasingly diverse, that is not a reason for considering the basics of the patient's culture during the patient's health assessment. Instead it is to provide culturally relevant health care to this patient.

A 42-Year-Old Patient of Asian Descent Is Being Seen at the Clinic