Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 64%
Simulated
The client of Chinese ethnicity has diarrhea and refuses to drink the prescribed oral hydration solution, insisting on having chicken broth instead. Which statement about clients of Chinese ethnicity should be the basis for the nurseÔÇÖs intervention in this situation?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
A. Loose stools are a yin symptom, which should be treated with foods that have yang qualities, one of which is chicken. B. There is no belief in the Chinese culture related to consuming high-protein foods. C. There is no belief in the Chinese culture related to consuming high-sodium foods. D. The Chinese do not mistrust modern medicine but may combine Western medicine and Chinese herbal medicines to treat disease.