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karateprodigy

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on: Jul 19, 2018
Which client statement would exemplify the level of cognitive function that you would expect to see in mild anxiety?
 
  A. Right now I feel as sharp as a tack.
  B. I'm having a tough time focusing.
  C. Sometimes I feel like I'm having an out-of-body experience.
  D. All I seem to focus on is my anger.

Question 2

A client states, I keep having horrible nightmares about the car accident that killed my daughter. I shouldn't have taken her with me to the store. Using a cognitive approach, which nursing reply would be most therapeutic?
 
  A. Are other issues from your past affecting your ability to move on?
  B. Describe your current feelings about your loss.
  C. Let's talk about something that will help you move on.
  D. Can anyone predict when a car accident will happen?


wilsonbho

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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A
Cognitive ability will be enhanced with mild anxiety. Mild anxiety prepares the individual for heightened responses to environmental stimuli.

Answer to Question 2

D
When the nurse attempts to encourage the client to reframe thoughts, the nurse is using a cognitive approach.


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