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Tazate

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on: Jul 23, 2018
An older adult client is very stressed about who will care for his pets while he is hospitalized for a fall that caused a fractured hip. What type of counseling would the nurse conduct?
 
  A) None
  B) Long-term
  C) Short-term
  D) Motivational

Question 2

What word or phrase best describes an effective counselor?
 
  A) Technically skilled
  B) Knowledgeable
  C) Practical
  D) Caring


Liddy

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: C
Short-term counseling focuses on an immediate problem or concern of the client or family. Even if it is a relatively minor concern, it needs immediate attention.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: D
An effective counselor needs to be a caring individual with the interpersonal skills of warmth, friendliness, openness, and empathy.


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