The Navajo Indian Tribe believes that it is disrespectful when someone points a finger at an object, or at someone. Their belief is that it is better to pucker their lips and nod their head toward the object. That is their way of displaying a ritual that is important to their cultural belief. If a nurse is trying to communicate with a Navajo Indian and he/she points to a communication board, then this shows disrespect according to their belief system. Another example from the Navajo tribe is that mothers allow their children to roam freely, whether it be in a hospital room, or the hallways. They actually encourage this behavior, not chastise the child because they feel this is their way of exploring their surroundings. It is important