Asked by Guillaume Lacroix on Sep 30, 2024

Which belief will best support a nurse's efforts to provide patient advocacy during a multidisciplinary patient care planning session?

A) All mental illnesses are culturally determined.
B) Schizophrenia and bipolar disorder are cross-cultural disorders.
C) Symptoms of mental disorders are unchanged from culture to culture.
D) Assessment findings in mental illness reflect a person's cultural patterns.

Patient Advocacy

The act of supporting and promoting the rights and interests of patients, especially in healthcare settings.

Multidisciplinary

Involving multiple fields of study or professional practices in a collaborative effort to address a complex issue.

Cultural Patterns

The shared behaviors, traditions, and norms that characterize a group or society, influencing individuals' ways of life.

  • Recognize the critical role cultural aspects play in the diagnosis and treatment of people with mental illnesses.