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biggirl4568

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After one week of continuous mental confusion, an older African American client is admitted with a preliminary diagnosis of AD. What should cause the nurse to question this diagnosis?
 
  1. AD does not typically occur in African American clients.
  2. The symptoms presented are more indicative of Parkinsonism.
  3. AD does not develop suddenly.
  4. There has been no T3- or T4-level evaluation ordered.

Question 2

Crisis stabilization provides care to clients in treatment settings with the purpose of reestablishing homeostasis; it usually lasts for _____ days.
 
  a. 1 to 2
  b. 2 to 4
  c. 4 to 6
  d. 6 to 8



vickybb89

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Answer to Question 1

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Rationale: The nurse should recognize that AD does not develop suddenly and should question this diagnosis. The onset of AD symptoms is slow and insidious. The disease is generally progressive and deteriorating.

Answer to Question 2

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Intensive counseling is given to assist clients with the immediate problem that is causing the crisis. This usually is accomplished within 1 to 2 days, and the client is discharged with follow-up care.



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