A nurse is assessing an older adult Aboriginal woman who is being treated for hypertension.During the assessment,what important information should the nurse remember about cultural aspects?

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All beliefs need to be strongly considered to prevent a conflict from arising between the goals of nursing and health care and the dictates of a patient's cultural background.Assessing cultural practices and beliefs is part of a thorough assessment.
The nurse should not ignore a patient's cultural practices.Protective bracelets and root workers as healers,and balance between body,mind,and environment do not describe beliefs and practices that usually apply to this cultural group.

A Nurse Is Assessing an Older Adult Aboriginal Woman Who