Author Question: The nurse suspects that a client has a problem with the action dimension of immediacy when she ... (Read 51 times)

danielfitts88 · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

The nurse suspects that a client has a problem with the action dimension of immediacy when she states, You can't tell people very much about yourself; it gives them too much power over you.. The nurse responds:

a. It sounds as though people have tried to control you inappropriately in the past..
b. It's reasonable for you to be suspicious of me until I've earned your trust..
c. Allowing yourself to trust people will be a step toward getting well..
d. It appears that you aren't ready to discuss your problems yet..

Question 2

To assist in diagnosing a patient suspected of being impulsive, the nurse would have to see behavior that:

a. exhibits self-depreciation.
b. inflexibly adheres to a strict moral code.
c. uses manipulative, controlling strategies.
d. shows an inability to formulate realistic plans.

dellikani2015 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
Immediacy involves focusing on the current interaction of the nurse and the patient in the relationship. In this situation the client is focusing on past issues of trust and the nurse correctly identifies a reasonable reaction to the client's need to trust the nurse. The remaining options do not deal with the immediate need for trust on the part of the client.

Answer to Question 2

D
Impulsivity is manifested by an inability to plan, unreliability, unpredictability, failure to learn from experience, and poor judgment. An impulsive person acts to immediately gratify needs without considering the consequences of the action.