Refugees frequently experience depression, anxiety, and stress-related disorders caused by their particular circumstances. Therefore, in addition to a cultural assessment, what is important for the nurse to assess? (Select all that apply.)
a. Immigration history
b. History of arrival in the new country
c. How long the refugee has been in the new country
d. Whether anyone or anything was lost in coming to the new country
e. What type of medical insurance the refugee will be seeking to obtain
A, B, C, D
A refugee is a person who flees from his or her home or country, usually because of war or persecution in the homeland. The refugee has experienced trauma not only in his life experiences, but also in the process of fleeing from home. Therefore, a more accurate assessment can be performed if these questions are answered. The type of medical insurance obtained is of little concern to this person at this time.
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