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Diverse cultural beliefs can result in dramatically varied perceptions of wellness, disease, and the treatment of disease. In order to best address these variations when planning nursing care, the nurse and client initially:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Discuss what the client believes is the cause of his or her illness. This is the best initial step to address cultural variations in perceptions of wellness and disease because it allows the nurse to understand the client's perspective and tailor care accordingly. By exploring the client's beliefs, the nurse can identify any cultural factors that may impact treatment decisions.
A: Agree to respect each other's beliefs and values - While important, this is a broader concept and may not directly address the specific cultural beliefs influencing the client's health views.
C: Agree that treatment planning will include family members when possible - Involving family members is valuable but may not directly address the immediate need to understand the client's beliefs about illness.
D: Discuss the incorporation of both traditional nursing practice and culturally based practices - This is important but may be premature without first understanding the client's specific beliefs about illness.