Select the best outcome for a patient with this nursing diagnosis: impaired social interaction, related to sociocultural dissonance as evidenced by stating, "Although I'd like to, I don't join in because I don't speak the language very well." The patient will:

A) demonstrate improved social skills.
B) express a desire to interact with others.
C) become more independent in decision making.
D) select and participate in one group activity per day.

Sociocultural Dissonance

Refers to the conflict or mismatch between the norms, values, beliefs, and practices of different cultural, ethnic, or social groups.

Impaired Social Interaction

A condition where an individual has difficulty engaging in or sustaining meaningful interactions with others, often seen in various mental health or developmental disorders.

Group Activity

A planned event or task designed for multiple participants to engage in together, often with the aim of developing social skills, teamwork, or recreational enjoyment.