A patient asks, Why is it important to uncover memories and ...

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A patient asks, Why is it important to uncover memories and conflicts hidden in the unconscious? A Freudian therapist would explain that bringing unconscious information to consciousness will
 
  a. resolve developmental issues, fears, and crises.
  b. allow an individual control over the id and superego.
  c. suppress painful feelings and increase rational thinking.
  d. provide insight into behavior and allow meaningful change to occur.

Question 2

A group of nurses disagrees about whether or not to make spirituality a part of the assessment. Which statement provides a compelling argument in favor of including spiritual assessment?
 
  a. Research clearly demonstrates that spiritual interventions by nurses are a cost-effective practice.
  b. Accrediting organizations regard spiritual care as a patient right.
  c. Spirituality is better addressed by nurses than by clergy.
  d. Prayer consistently improves mental health outcomes.

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Answer to Question 1

D
Freud believed that uncovering unconscious material generates an understanding of behavior that enables individuals to make choices about behavior and thus improve mental health. It will not, however, automatically resolve issues, give the patient control over id and superego strivings, or result in rational thinking.

Answer to Question 2

B
There is a lack of agreement as to whether or not spiritual care should be a legitimate concern of nurses, despite a large body of research evidence citing its advantages to patients. Among the major deterrents to including spiritual care is the concern that already overburdened nurses will not find time to perform the assessment. It should be noted, however, that when an accrediting body considers a facet of care to be a right of patients, it will look for evidence of attention to that right. A spiritual assessment documented in the medical record provides such evidence. The other options are of lesser importance when weighed against the standards set by an accrediting agency.

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