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. After assessing Mrs. Ng's nutritional status, the psychiatric and mental health nurse recognizes that Mrs. Ng has no interest in eating the meals provided on the unit or by her relatives. How can the nurse most effectively encourage Mrs. Ng to eat?
A. Discourage her relatives from bringing in food
B. Ask the physician to order something to improve appetite
C. Ask the dietician to see her and discuss preferences
D. Encourage her to express her thoughts and wishes about her food