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geodog55 · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

The nurse is applying the concept of mindfulness to support the use of self when caring for patients with mental illness. Which statements reflect an accurate understanding of this concept? Select all that apply.

1. It is a form of self-esteem.
2. It is a form of self-awareness.
3. It is a state of being aware but not acting automatically.
4. It is a state of being aware but also acting automatically.
5. It is a state of accepting things as they are without judgment.

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a patient who repeatedly talks about the role of religion in curing depression. Which approach best demonstrates the nurse's acceptance of the patient?

1. Disregard the patient's focus on religion.
2. Listen to the patient in a supportive manner.
3. Encourage the patient to consider other curative factors.
4. Share opinions regarding the role of religion in daily life.

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

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 2, 3, 5
Explanation: Mindfulness is a form of self-awareness, not self-esteem, which may be described as a state of being in the present moment and accepting things for what they are without judgment. The mindful state is one in which the individual is aware in the current moment but not reacting automatically.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 2
Explanation: Listening to the patient in a supportive manner demonstrates that the nurse is refraining from judging the patient's position and is willing to listen in order to understand the patient's views. Ignoring the patient's viewpoint conveys rejection of the patient. Encouraging the patient to consider other factors disregards the patient's communication. Sharing opinions is not a therapeutic use of self.