Question

The nurse should not maintain eye contact with a Korean patient because many Asians believe prolonged eye contact is _____?

1) Disrespectful
2) Polite
3) Encouraged
4) Neutral

Answer 1

In Korean culture, prolonged eye contact is considered disrespectful and it is believed that maintaining it can be seen as invasive or confrontational.

Step-by-step explanation:

In Korean culture, prolonged eye contact is considered disrespectful. It is believed that maintaining prolonged eye contact can be seen as invasive or confrontational. Koreans often avert their gaze as a sign of respect and humility.