A nurse working with a professional interpreter learns the patient feels uneasy when asked direct questions due to cultural reasons. The nurse should:
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Correct answer: Use culturally sensitive phrasing and allow more time for responses
Cultural sensitivity means adapting questioning style and allowing appropriate response time to respect culture.
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