Author Question: The nurse is utilizing limit-setting with a client. The nurse recognizes the potential benefit of ... (Read 111 times)

bobbie · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

The nurse is utilizing limit-setting with a client. The nurse recognizes the potential benefit of limit-setting as which of the following?

A) An absence of privileges during therapy
B) A decrease in decision-making capability
C) A promotion of moderate anxiety
D) A minimization of manipulation

Question 2

Members of several disciplines participate in the promotion of a therapeutic milieu. The psychiatricmental health nurse primarily demonstrates which of the following roles?

A) Prescription of somatic treatment
B) Role of client advocate
C) Diagnostic testing
D) Focus on vocational skills

kxciann · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
Limit-setting reduces anxiety, minimizes manipulation, provides a framework for client functioning, and enables the client to learn to make requests. Choices are provided whenever possible. Privileges are taken away if the client does not follow the rules or regulations.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B
The psychiatricmental health nurse is responsible for maintaining a safe environment, working with clients in dealing with everyday problems, providing leadership, and assuming the role of client advocate. The psychiatrist prescribes somatic treatment. The clinical psychologist provides diagnostic testing, and the occupational therapist focuses on vocational skills as a part of discharge planning and rehabilitation.