[Answered]: An older Mexican-American woman with traditional…

An older Mexican-American woman with traditional beliefs has been admitted to an inpatient care unit. A culturally sensitive nurse would: Further assess the patient’s cultural beliefs and offer the patient assistance in contacting a curandero or priest if she desires. Ask the family what they would like to do because Mexican-Americans traditionally give control of decision making to their families. Automatically get a curandero for her, because requesting one herself is not culturally appropriate. Contact the hospital administrator about the best course of action.