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cmoore54

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What is the best initial approach for a nurse when managing the care of an individual with two children who works full-time and has been abused by a partner?
 
  a. Teach the individual how to avoid provoking the abuser.
  b. Assist the individual in filing a police report describing the abuse.
  c. Help the individual identify needs to best obtain the appropriate support.
  d. Facilitate the individual's move into a safe house located near the current workplace.

Question 2

A client being admitted to home health nursing following a life-threatening illness admits to moderate symptoms of depression. The MOST accurate conclusion would be for the home health nurse to understand which of the following?
 
  a. Depression is a natural brake to slow the client down while recovering from the illness.
  b. Depression is not uncommon after a life-threatening illness.
  c. Depression indicates that the client was hoping to die from the life-threatening illness.
  d. Depression following a life-threatening illness indicates a preexisting psychiatric disorder.



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Answer to Question 1

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In order to best provide support, the nurse must fully understand the patient's needs. This is done before support options can be determined. The other options are examples of interventions for needs that have not yet been determined.

Answer to Question 2

B
Depression is common after a life-threatening illness. Life-threatening illnesses can cause very strong psychological responses. After such an event, clients may find that they are no longer able to continue with their previous lifestyle (e.g., diet, physical activity) and have to develop new behaviors and practices to adjust. Furthermore, being confronted with their own mortality may completely change how they view what is possible or likely for their future. The clients may find themselves overwhelmed and unable to cope with such changes.





 

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