Author Question: For the client with dissociative amnesia, an appropriate indicator for the outcome of cognition ... (Read 89 times)

fagboi · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

For the client with dissociative amnesia, an appropriate indicator for the outcome of cognition
(demonstrate ability to execute complex mental processes) is that the client will

a. verbalize feelings of safety.
b. function independently.
c. regularly attend diversional activities.
d. describe previously forgotten experiences.

Question 2

A client remanded by the court after his wife had him jailed for battery told the judge how sorry he
was and suggested he needed psychiatric help. His history reveals acting-out behaviors as an
adolescent and several adult arrests.

The nurse interviews him about his relationship with his wife.
The statement that would be most characteristic of the thinking of an individual with an antisocial
personality is
a. I've done some stupid things in my life, but I've learned a lesson..
b. I'm feeling terrible about the way my behavior has hurt my family..
c. I have a quick temper, but I can usually keep it under control..
d. I hit her because she nags at me. She deserves it when I beat her up..

Joc · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The ability to recall previously repressed or dissociated material is an indication that the client is
integrating identity and memory. Option A: A client may verbalize feeling safe but may be
disoriented and have memory deficits. Option B: A client may be able to function independently on
a basic level without being able to remember significant information. Option C: Attending activities
is possible without being able to remember antecedent events.

Answer to Question 2

D
The antisocial client often impulsively acts out feelings of anger and feels no guilt or remorse.
Option A: Antisocial clients rarely seem to learn from experience. Option B: Antisocial clients
rarely feel true remorse. Option C: Antisocial clients have problems with anger management and
impulse control.