Mrs. Ng, 45 years old, emigrated from Asia 5 years ago. She has been diagnosed with major depressive disorder and admitted to inpatient psychiatry. Upon meeting the psychiatric and mental health nurse, Mrs. Ng looks sad, avoids eye contact and responds occasionally to questions in a quiet voice. The nurse has very little knowledge of Mrs. Ng's cultural values. Mrs. Ng is concerned that her hospitalization in the psychiatric unit will be widely discussed in her community. She became
especially worried after she saw a physician from her community who recognized her. The physician asks the psychiatric and
mental health nurse what is wrong with Mrs. Ng. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate?
A. Please consult her psychiatrist B. I cannot give any information about patients on this unit
C. You are welcome to see her during visiting hours
D. You should call her husband for information