A client who is a believer in Xong medicine (folk remedies) has agreed to take antidepressant medication but tells the nurse that she also wishes to treat her symptoms with healing practices consistent with her beliefs
The priority question the nurse should ask the client is:
A.
"Will you be inhaling herbs?"
B.
"How will astrology figure into your treatment plan?"
C.
"What, if any, herbs do you plan to take?"
D.
"Will your treatment include yoga?"
ANS: A
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