The student nurse is learning how to reduce the stigma associated with mental illness. Which of the following statements by the student nurse reflects that learning has taken place?

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This statement uses appropriate and respectful language when describing a patient with symptoms of mental illness. Using terms like "paranoid," "crazy," and "schizophrenic" can contribute to stigma and dehumanize people with mental illness. It is important for healthcare professionals to use person-first language and avoid using diagnostic labels as descriptors.

The Student Nurse Is Learning How to Reduce the Stigma