Discussion Post
• Julie is a 35-year-old with bipolar II disorder. After her third child was born, she had a severe depressive episode. She attempted suicide by taking 25 Xanax pills. She is back in the hospital with depression after having a 2-week hypomanic episode. She has not been taking her medications.
o What responsibility does the health care organization have to Julie?
o What structures are needed at a hospital to ensure that Julie will get the care she needs?
o What is the nurse's responsibility regarding the health promotion activities directed toward Julie?
• Stephane, a 15-year-old Haitian refugee who is living at a center for children of refugees, has a severe cough and fever. She is curled up in a corner of the community room wrapped in a towel. She looks like she has been crying.
o How can the nurse ensure culturally competent care?
o List three priorities for the nurse regarding the cultural values, beliefs, and possible practices that Stephane may have.
The response must include a reference list. Using one-inch margins, double-space, Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.