An African American patient,originally from Haiti,was admitted for depression.A staff nurse tells a peer,"This patient frequently looks down and does not express feelings.When I observe interactions with other African American patients,however,the patient appears spontaneous." What remark by the peer would be most helpful?

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Society expects a culturally diverse patient to accommodate and use English.Feelings are abstract,which requires a greater command of the language.This may be especially difficult during episodes of high stress or mental illness.Cultural brokers can be helpful with language and helping the nurse to understand the Haitian worldview and cultural nuances.

An African American Patient,originally from Haiti,was Admitted for Depression