A Native American patient keeps a small bunch of feathers on the over-the-bed table. They are in the way whenever the nurse serves a tray or sets up equipment for a treatment. A culturally competent action would be to

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Individuals of some cultures believe that amulets and charms are helpful in preventing or curing illness. It is likely that the small bunch of feathers serves this purpose. Leaving them where placed is the culturally sensitive thing to do. The nurse might also respectfully ask about the feathers to gather data about the patient's health beliefs and practices. The other options are not culturally competent behaviors.

A Native American Patient Keeps a Small Bunch of Feathers