Author Question: A patient tells the nurse, I want to have sex with you. Which nursing responses are appropriate? ... (Read 45 times)

abarnes · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

A patient tells the nurse, I want to have sex with you. Which nursing responses are appropriate? Select all that apply.

a. I will forget you said that.
b. Your suggestion frightens me.
c. You must keep your distance.
d. Sex is not part of our relationship.
e. We are here to work on your problems.

Question 2

A psychiatric aide asks, Can you give me some examples of how we provide structure for patients? The nurse should offer which suggestions? Select all that apply.

a. Set limits on destructive behavior.
b. Direct a patient to go to a quiet place.
c. Sit with a withdrawn, isolated patient.
d. Distract a patient who is hallucinating.
e. Help a patient contemplate needed change.

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

Answer to Question 1

D, E
The correct responses provide information to the patient about the purpose of the relationship and recognize the underlying need. The other options are ineffective.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, C, D
Providing structure means that staff members meet patient needs for organizing elements in the environment to produce specific outcomes. Contemplating change is the only option that would not be considered an example of structuring.