To promote positive outcomes, nurses in psychiatric ...

[khang]

To promote positive outcomes, nurses in psychiatric rehabilitation practices should be skilled in: (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. teaching the patient living skills.
  b. actively listening to patient complaints.
  c. assisting the patient in developing his or her strengths.
  d. helping patients accept their own disabilities.
  e. accessing the appropriateness of environmental support.

Question 2

You are teaching a class on depression at the local library as part of the library's healthy community program.
 
  Which of the following statements should you include in your presentation because it accurately portrays the part gender plays in putting a woman at risk for depression?
  A) There are no specific gender issues that put women at risk for depression.
  B) Women who work are at less risk for depression because their employment gives them a sense of accomplishment that boosts their self-concept.
  C) The stress of trying to be highly successful at both working and being a mother can put some women at risk for depression.
  D) Single mothers who work are at more risk for depressions than mothers who work and have partners to share their parenting responsibilities.

[Loise Hard]

Answer to Question 1

A, C, E
These interventions are the basis of practice in psychiatric nursing rehabilitation. Active listening is not unique to rehabilitation. Acceptance is not the preferred attitude.

Answer to Question 2

C

[khang]

Great answer, keep it coming

[marict]

Excellent