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schs14

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A client is learning to cope with anxiety and stress. The expected outcome is that the client will:
 
  A) Change reactions to stressors
  B) Ignore situations that cause stress
  C) Limit major stressors in his or her life
  D) Revise his or her lifestyle

Question 2

A client on the inpatient unit tells a student nurse, My life has no purpose. I can't think about living another day, but please don't tell anyone about the way I feel. I know you are obligated to protect my confidentiality.
 
   Which is the most appropriate reply by the student nurse? A. The treatment team is composed of many specialists who are working to improve your ability to function. Sharing this information with the team is critical to your care.
  B. Let's discuss steps that will resolve negative lifestyle choices that may increase your suicidal risk.
  C. You seem to be preoccupied with self. You should concentrate on hope for the future.
  D. This information is secure with me because of client confidentiality.



mjenn52

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Answer to Question 1

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Feedback: Stress and anxiety in life is unavoidable; managing the effects of stress is a reasonable goal for treatment.

Answer to Question 2

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The most appropriate response by the student nurse is to explain that sharing the information with the treatment team is critical to the client's care. The nurse's priority is to ensure client safety and to inform others of the client's suicidal ideation.



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