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natalie2426

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A client is diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder. In order to maximize the learning process prior to discharge teaching, which assessment should be performed by the nurse?
 
  A. Assessing the client's level of anxiety
  B. Assessing and documenting the client's vital signs
  C. Assessing suicide risk
  D. Assessing availability of support systems

Question 2

A client has a nursing diagnosis of Insomnia R/T paranoid thinking AEB midnight awakenings, difficulty falling asleep, and daytime napping. Which is a correctly written and appropriate outcome for this client's problem?
 
  A. The client will avoid daytime napping and attend all groups.
  B. The client will exercise, as needed, before bedtime.
  C. The client will sleep 7 uninterrupted hours by day four of hospitalization.
  D. The client's sleep habits will improve during hospitalization.



cascooper22

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Answer to Question 1

A
Anxiety at a moderate or higher level will interfere with the learning process.

Answer to Question 2

C
The outcome The client will sleep 7 uninterrupted hours by day four of hospitalization is accurately written and an appropriate outcome to address the client problem of insomnia. Outcomes should be measurable, realistic, client-focused goals that include a time frame. Appropriate nursing interventions are guided by client outcomes.



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