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Zoey63294

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A nurse has completed an assessment of a patient who is experiencing significant stress. The assessment revealed intense anger and acting out behaviors along with statements of negative emotions. Which nursing diagnosis would be most appropriate?
 
  A) Disturbed though processes
  B) Low self-esteem
  C) Hopelessness
  D) Ineffective coping

Question 2

Although procedures for decisions about civil involuntary commitment vary from state to state, almost all involve a court hearing. Which standard is likely to be used to decide if the person is to be hospitalized?
 
  a. availability of conservator
  b. beyond a reasonable doubt
  c. clear and convincing evidence
  d. habeas corpus



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l.stuut

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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

C
Procedures for approving civil commitment, court hearings may use a standard of clear and convincing evidence. This standard is lower than the beyond a reasonable doubt standard used in criminal cases. Availability of conservator and habeas corpus are not court standards.




Zoey63294

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Gracias!


xthemafja

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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