A nurse is conducting an initial interview with a 51-year-old ...

[michelleunicorn]

A nurse is conducting an initial interview with a 51-year-old single woman diagnosed with bipolar disorder. What particular possibility should the nurse consider in her assessment?
 
  1. The patient may have an incorrect diagnosis
  2. The patient may be experiencing financial problems.
  3. The patient may not have an adequate support system.
  4. The patient may be nonadherent with her medications.

Question 2

A 64-year-old patient expresses concern to the nurse that when he retires he'll just stop living. Which is the most appropriate statement by the nurse?
 
  1. Resting is not so bad at your age.
  2. I guess you'd just better find something else to do.
  3. You do have to make room for younger workers now.
  4. You don't have to keep on working to do something that is important.

[TheDev123]

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 3
Explanation: Single mental health patients have unique needs that require consideration by nurses charged with their care. Some may not have support systems available to them, and this may magnify the impact of simple challenges. There is no indication of an incorrect diagnosis, ongoing financial problems, or issues with medication adherence.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 4
Explanation: Encouraging adults who are transitioning into retirement to pursue their passions and stay active may help promote a healthier period of older adulthood. Encouraging inactivity in someone who fears it is not therapeutic. Telling the patient to find something else to do does not promote a positive perspective. Telling the patient to make room for younger workers may increase the feeling of uselessness.