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A disheveled, severely depressed client with psychomotor retardation has not showered for several
  days. The nurse should
 
  a. avoid forcing the issue.
  b. firmly and neutrally assist the client to shower.
  c. calmly tell the client that he or she must shower or be secluded.
  d. bring the issue up at the community meeting.

Question 2

The statement made by a client with borderline personality disorder that indicates the treatment plan
  is effective is
 
  a. I think you are the best nurse on the unit..
  b. I hate my doctor. He never gives me what I ask for..
  c. I feel empty and want to cut myself so I called you..
  d. I'm never going to get high on drugs again..



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Answer to Question 1

B
When clients are unable to perform self-care activities, staff must assist them rather than ignore the
issue (option A). Being better groomed increases self-esteem. Options C and D are punitive.

Answer to Question 2

C
Seeking a staff member instead of impulsively self-mutilating shows an adaptive coping strategy.
Option A demonstrates idealization. Option B demonstrates devaluation. Option D demonstrates
wishful thinking.




c0205847

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


diana chang

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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