Author Question: When one of your assigned clients complains about the boredom and confinement associated with being ... (Read 14 times)

cnetterville · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

When one of your assigned clients complains about the boredom and confinement associated with being in a wheelchair, you could BEST provide a respite for the client by:

a. sharing laughter or discussing current events of the day
b. putting the client back to bed for a nap
c. placing the client in front of a window so he or she can look out
d. having the client think about the fact that he or she is still alive

Question 2

When working with a client with a somatization disorder, which is the most appropriate nursing intervention?

A) Avoiding discussion of physical symptoms
B) Allowing the client to freely explore the meaning of the physical symptoms
C) Confronting the client on the validity of the physical symptoms
D) Gradually limiting the focus on physical symptoms

Eunice618 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
For a client who complains of boredom and confinement associated with being in a wheelchair, the nurse can provide respite for the client by sharing laughter or discussing events of the day. Both strategies will reduce boredom and encourages the client to express feelings.

Answer to Question 2

D