166. A community health nurse is caring for a patient with newly diagnosed depression who is reluctant to seek professional help due to cultural stigma. What clinical nursing intervention is most appropriate?
A.
Force them to see a therapist
B.
Provide culturally sensitive education on mental health, acknowledge and respect their beliefs, connect to culturally appropriate mental health resources, and emphasize confidentiality
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C.
Tell them to ignore the stigma
D.
Only provide information on medication
📖 Additional Information
Force them to see a therapist
Provide culturally sensitive education on mental health, acknowledge and respect their beliefs, connect to culturally appropriate mental health resources, and emphasize confidentiality
