The nurse is caring for a young Hispanic patient after surgery. The patient hesitates when the nurse asks about meal selections from the menu. When the parents return, the nurse asks them what foods are eaten when one is ill. The nurse could be basing care on the theory of

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Leininger's theory of cultural care diversity and universality focuses on providing culturally congruent care to patients by taking into account their cultural beliefs, values, and practices. In this scenario, the nurse is attempting to provide culturally congruent care by asking the patient's parents about traditional foods eaten when one is ill.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Young Hispanic Patient After