A client is being seen for major depression by the advanced practice registered nurse. Using Leininger's theoretical framework, which piece of information would be gathered?
a. The client states that whenever he is tired, he sleeps, and he sleeps most of the day.
b. The client states that he just doesn't know what to do and doesn't think he can do anything.
c. The client's spouse has been giving him St. John's wort herb capsules and fresh garlic twice a day.
d. The client's level of activity is much lower than before. He was diagnosed with major depression.
C
The client's spouse is functioning as an enabler by providing the client with St. John's wort herb capsules and fresh garlic twice a day. According to Leininger's theory, an enabler further explicates the elements of culture that will contribute to the nurse's knowledge of the client.
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