Free NCLEX RN Questions on Health Promotion and Maintenance Nursing Practice Question
The nurse is performing a socioeconomic assessment of an Asian client. Which questions are appropriate for the nurse to ask?
Correct Answer: A,C,D,E,F
Rationale: Aspects to include in a cultural assessment include biocultural history and socioeconomic status (distinct health risks can be attributed to the ecological and socioeconomic context of the culture) and the client's country of origin. Other aspects to assess include religious and spiritual beliefs, communication patterns, time orientation, caring beliefs and practices, and previous experiences with professional health care. Some specific questions to ask when performing a socioeconomic assessment are noted in the correct options. Asking the client about his or her yearly income is inappropriate, unnecessary, and unrelated to health care resources.