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newbem · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

A nurse was explaining a problem to the client so the client could make an informed decision about alternative treatment approaches. The client responded, The doctor will choose the best treatment.

Do whatever the doctor says. Which of the following actions should be taken next by the nurse?
a.
Ask if the client would like to discuss the choices with her family
b.
Explain that the client has to decide, and wait for the client's decision
c.
Explain that physicians cannot decide; perhaps the client could just flip a coin?
d.
Nothing; simply accept that some fatalistic-oriented clients literally do not know how to choose
e.
Suggest that the client discuss the situation with her ancestors and wait for guidance

Question 2

Which of the following best explains why it is difficult to get others interested in environmental health?

a. Environmental problems just are not interesting or dramatic.
b. It's difficult to get media interested.
c. People respond more to an acute crisis than chronic environmental problems.
d. People respond more to an individual asking for help than a community asking for help.

jonathanballen97 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
One of the three ways people are oriented is destiny, in which people must endure and accept whatever comes in a fatalistic, inevitable manner, as destiny cannot be changed. The other responses do not address the perspective of destiny that has been indicated by the client in the initial response.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
People respond to acute crises with dramatic media coverage (such as hurricanes or earthquakes), but ongoing consistent pressure is needed to ensure day-to-day environmental integrity. Chronic environmental problems are rarely addressed effectively.