The nurse is developing a plan of care for a patient of Aleut descent who sustained a hip fracture. Which intervention by the nurse recognizes the patient's indigenous healthcare system and should be included in the plan of care?

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The Aleut people, indigenous to the Aleutian Islands and parts of Alaska, have a rich cultural heritage that includes traditional healing practices. Involving a shaman, who is a key figure in many indigenous cultures' healthcare systems, including the Aleut, recognizes and respects the patient's cultural background and integrates traditional healing practices with modern medical care.

The Nurse Is Developing a Plan of Care for a Patient