Author Question: To the embarrassment of his family, an 81-year-old male patient on the subacute unit of a hospital ... (Read 88 times)

CharlieWard · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

To the embarrassment of his family, an 81-year-old male patient on the subacute unit of a hospital has made repeated, sexually inappropriate statements to female staff members. The patient's family is adamant that such behavior is uncharacteristic.

What should be the nurse's initial action? A) Attempt to identify the underlying cause of the patient's behavior.
B) Explore pharmacologic treatment options with the patient's physician.
C) Emphasize to the patient that such behavior is not permissible.
D) Liaise with the nurse manager to ensure the patient receives care from male staff whenever possible.

Question 2

A female patient is anxious after having a mastectomy for breast cancer. As part of her pain management program, what alternative therapy should the nurse recommend as the most beneficial?

A) Naturopathy
B) Biofeedback
C) Nutritional therapy
D) Meditation and prayer

meganlapinski · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
Feedback:
While the actions in answers B, C, and D may be appropriate in the management of the patient's behavior, the priority is to identify exactly why the patient is behaving in this way.

Answer to Question 2

D
Feedback:
Meditation and prayer would help calm the patient and enhance the other traditional therapies she is currently undergoing. Anxiety reduction is less closely associated with naturopathy, biofeedback, or nutritional therapy.