A community health nurse is working with a migrant population. The nurse should recognize that which of the following interventions is necessary to provide care to this population?

The correct answer is choice B. When caring for clients from different cultural backgrounds, it is important to be respectful and non-judgmental. In this situation, the nurse should ask the family to describe how they hope the treatments will affect their health. This will allow the nurse to gain a better understanding of the family's beliefs and values regarding health and illness. The nurse should avoid making assumptions or judgments about the family's beliefs and should not criticize or dismiss the folk healer. Alternative medicine practices (choice A) can be dangerous in some cases, but it is not appropriate to make a blanket statement that they should be avoided. Suggesting that folk medicine works by providing a placebo effect (choice C) is not respectful of the family's beliefs and is dismissive of their cultural practices. Referring the family to a medical practitioner (choice D) may not be appropriate if the family has a strong belief in folk medicine practices.

A.While social withdrawal is a concerning sign of grief, it does not necessarily indicate an immediate risk of self-harm. The nurse should continue to monitor and encourage engagement.

B.Anger is a normal stage of grief. Unless the client expresses intent to harm themselves or others, anger alone does not require immediate intervention.

C.This statement may indicate suicidal ideation. When a grieving client expresses that "everything is going to be fine soon," it can be a red flag for suicidal intent, especially if they have recently experienced a significant loss. Some individuals contemplating suicide may appear calm or overly optimistic once they have decided on a plan.

D.Refusal to communicate is concerning but not necessarily an immediate crisis. The nurse should build rapport and offer ongoing support.