The nurse is admitting a client from China to the medical-surgical unit with a diagnosis of cancer. While doing the client's assessments, the client speaks of her naturalistic beliefs related to health care and the importance of the yin/yang theory. Based on her cancer diagnoses, the idea that cancer is considered a cold illness in the culture, and her yin/yang beliefs, which meal will the patient most likely order for lunch?

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In traditional Chinese medicine, cancer is considered a cold illness and yin/yang balance is important. Chicken noodle soup and hot tea are considered warming foods in this culture and would be the most appropriate choice for someone with a cold illness according to their beliefs. The fruit crisp could also be considered warming due to its sweet and sour flavors. The other options do not include as many warm or nourishing foods.

The Nurse Is Admitting a Client from China to the Medical-Surgical