Which of the following is the most appropriate therapeutic action of the medical assistant when a patient is estranged from his family?

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Giving the patient a referral for a local support group is the most appropriate therapeutic action as it provides the patient with resources to seek help and support outside of their estranged family or friends. It is not appropriate to notify the patient's family or friends without the patient's permission or request, and developing a personal friendship with the patient can compromise professional boundaries.

Which of the Following Is the Most Appropriate Therapeutic Action