Diversity and Inclusion in Healthcare Settings

A nurse is caring for a client who identifies as transgender and is scheduled for gender-affirming surgery. What is the most appropriate way for the nurse to address the client?

A nurse is working with a client who has recently immigrated from Somalia and practices Islam. The client is fasting during Ramadan, which coincides with their hospitalization. What should the nurse do to support the client's cultural and religious needs?

A nurse is conducting a health assessment on a new client who belongs to an Indigenous community. The nurse notices that the client avoids eye contact and speaks in a low voice. How should the nurse interpret these behaviors?

A nurse is providing discharge instructions to a client who has limited English proficiency. The client is accompanied by their adult son, who speaks both English and the client's native language. What is the best way for the nurse to ensure effective communication and education with the client?

A nurse is working in a long-term care facility that serves a diverse population of older adults. The nurse notices that some residents prefer to eat foods from their own cultural backgrounds, while others enjoy trying new cuisines. What term best describes this phenomenon?

A nurse is planning a health promotion program for a group of clients who are refugees from Syria. The nurse wants to incorporate some culturally relevant strategies to enhance the clients' participation and engagement. What should the nurse do?