A nurse who is caring for an Indigenous family must be aware of which of the following?

A) All Indigenous peoples practise burning sweetgrass as a cleansing activity.
B) Many Indigenous peoples practise cultural knowledge because of colonization.
C) Not all Indigenous people follow traditional Indigenous faiths.
D) Items placed in the bed or pinned to the patient's gown may be moved as needed.

Burning Sweetgrass

A ceremonial practice involving the burning of sweetgrass, known for its sweet aromatic scent, often used in various Indigenous cultures for purification and healing rituals.

Cultural Knowledge

Understanding the diverse beliefs, values, practices, and behaviors of different cultures to provide culturally competent care.

Indigenous Faiths

Religious beliefs and practices that originate and are practiced by indigenous peoples, often closely tied to nature, ancestors, and community traditions.