Before integrating humor in the care of an Asian patient, the nurse should:
A) develop jokes about the patient's condition.
B) develop jokes about the doctors and nurses.
C) ask the patient whether jokes are understood.
D) ask the patient's feelings about hearing a joke or funny story.

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Humor and laughter are used at the bedside to distract patients from pain, and they have a positive effect on the body. However, it is important to check with the patient first to find out whether it might be considered disrespectful.

Before Integrating Humor in the Care of an Asian Patient