An older Chinese client experienced a stroke that left him with right-sided weakness and now refuses to participate in physical therapy until his son is present.The nurse should initially interpret this behavior as:

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In collectivistic cultures that value group reliance and interdependence,such as traditional Asians,Hispanics,and Africans,caring behaviors require actively providing physical and psychosocial support for family or community members.The other options may be true;however,the more likely interpretation is the client's cultural inclination toward group reliance and family support systems.

An Older Chinese Client Experienced a Stroke That Left Him