Which considerations should a nurse include when conducting a mental health assessment on a culturally diverse patient? Select all that apply.

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Some cultures restrict women's participation in public activities; thus agoraphobia is less commonly diagnosed.Fears of magic and spirits are present in many cultures and are pathologic only when they are deemed excessive in the context of that culture.Many cultures have rituals to mark important events in people's lives.The observation of these rituals is not indicative of OCD unless it exceeds norms for that culture,is exhibited at times or places that are inappropriate for that culture,or interferes with social functioning.Most research that supports the development of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual,ed 4,text revision (DSM-IVTR)classification occurred in the United States; consequently,symptoms that define disorders are representative of U.S.culture.Overall,women are more likely than men to present for treatment or to come in contact with health care providers.

Which Considerations Should a Nurse Include When Conducting a Mental