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A teenage patient is brought to your hospital by her parents. The patient exhibits unusual behaviors, including illogical thought processes and strange combinations of words that you do not understand. She is wearing dirty clothes and has body odor.
 
  The patient also appears to carry on a conversation with a person who is not seen by you. Your first priority for this patient is:
  A) Have her shower and change clothes
  B) Bring her a snack
  C) Resocialize her
  D) Ensure her safety

Question 2

You are working with the RN to plan short-term goals for a 28-year-old hospitalized manic client. Which is the most important goal?
 
  A) Protection from self-inflicted harm
  B) Meals in excess of metabolic requirement
  C) Strict participation in unit activities
  D) Enforced medication


huda

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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

A


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