Psychosocial IntegrityQuestion 1543 of 2368
A Hindu client needs a procedure that may limit use of one hand and arm. Which action should the nurse take first?
- Restrain the left hand because it is used less
- Discuss the client's preferences about right and left hand use
- Explain that hand preference is not important in care
- Ask the family to choose which arm is used
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Correct answer: Discuss the client's preferences about right and left hand use
Many Hindu clients use the right hand for clean tasks and the left for unclean tasks. Nurses should consider this and discuss preferences.
Source: Nursing Fundamentals, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2024), Spirituality: Hindu Clients. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Psychosocial Integrity"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026