The nursing student is caring for a Native American client who is admitted for deep vein thrombosis. The nursing student speaks with a nurse regarding the client's lack of eye contact with the student. The nurse responds that Native Americans view eye contact as an invasion of privacy. Which error did the nursing student make?
A) Failure to act in partnership with the client.
B) Failure to approach the client caringly.
C) Failure to seek the client's input in the plan of care.
D) Failure to provide culturally sensitive care.

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The nursing student failed to provide culturally sensitive care by not understanding the significance of eye contact in Native American culture. This can lead to a breakdown of trust and communication between the nurse and the client. The student should make an effort to learn about the client's culture and incorporate their beliefs into the plan of care to promote a positive therapeutic relationship.

The Nursing Student Is Caring for a Native American Client