The nurse is providing discharge instructions for a client with a visual impairment.

What are appropriate interventions for clients with visual impairments? (Select all that apply).

Folk medicine is not a standard practice in the North American Healthcare system.

Standard practices in the North American Healthcare system include private health insurance, federal government health insurance programs such as Medicare and Medicaid, and a focus on improving health and preventing disease1.

Choice A is not correct because punctuality is considered a standard practice in many professional settings, including healthcare.

Choice C is not correct because handwashing is a standard practice in healthcare to prevent the spread of infection.

Choice D is not correct because annual exams are a standard practice in healthcare for preventative care and early detection of health issues.

Asking “What types of food do you eat for meals and between meals?” is considered a culturally sensitive question because it shows respect for the individual’s dietary habits and preferences.

Choice A is not correct because asking “Are you required to pray in a certain way at certain times?” may come across as intrusive or judgmental.

Choice C is not correct because asking “Are you familiar with the way we prepare meals?” may come across as presumptuous or dismissive of the individual’s cultural background.

Choice D is not correct because asking “Are you okay with not having kosher meals?” may come across as dismissive of the individual’s dietary needs or religious beliefs.