A psychiatricmental health nurse who has been practicing for many ...

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A psychiatricmental health nurse who has been practicing for many years has seen a significant increase in the number of homeless people in the community.
 
  What are two primary contributors to the growth in the number of homeless people in recent years?
  A) An increase in domestic violence and an increase in unemployment
  B) A shortage of affordable housing and an increase in poverty
  C) An increase in unemployment and an increase in poverty
  D) An increase in the frequency of natural disasters and an increase in poverty

Question 2

The school nurse is monitoring Austin, a third grader whose family is experiencing a multitude of financial problems.
 
  His father was laid off from his manufacturing job, causing the family to have to sell their house immediately in efforts to reduce their expenses. They have yet to locate affordable housing so the family is temporarily living in a subsidized motel facility. The nurse is careful to assess Austin for which of the following responses related to this crisis?
  A) Aggression and delusions
  B) Increasing focus on peer attachments
  C) Developmental delays and learning difficulties
  D) Early signs of psychosis

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Answer to Question 1

Ans: B
Feedback:
Two major contributors to the growth in the number of homeless people in recent years are a shortage of affordable housing and an increase in poverty.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C
Feedback:
Homeless children commonly experience developmental delays, depression, anxiety, and learning difficulties. Their homelessness may be a source of shame. They also may demonstrate resiliency to their multiple stressors. Psychosis, delusions, and an emphasis on peer attachments are unlikely.