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krzymel

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on: Jul 23, 2018
The nurse can best assess the patient's self-concept by evaluating the patient's
 
  a. Drug abuse history.
  b. Nonverbal behavior.
  c. Personal journal.
  d. Social networking site.

Question 2

The nurse in an addictions clinic is working with a patient on priority setting before the patient's discharge from residential treatment. An appropriate priority for a patient at this clinic would be
 
  a. Identifying local self-help groups before being discharged from the program.
  b. Staying away from all triggers that cause substance abuse.
  c. Stating a plan to never be tempted by illicit substances after discharge.
  d. Identifying personal areas of weakness to grow stronger.


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juwms

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

ANS: B
Nonverbal behaviors are key indicators of a patient's self-concept. A history of drug abuse does not necessarily indicate current self-concept, and people who do not have a drug abuse history may have a low self-concept. It would be an invasion of privacy and trust for a nurse to read a patient's personal journal or social networking site.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Providing the patient with resources such as local self-help groups can help to turn limitations into strengths. It is not realistic to avoid ALL triggers that can result in addictive behaviors. It is unrealistic to believe that the patient will never be tempted because temptation can arise from multiple sources. On the other hand, an appropriate priority would be to recognize that triggers will arise, and that the patient should learn how to handle being confronted in the postdischarge setting. Having a person talk about his or her weaknesses without recognizing a person's strengths could be a trigger to return to an addictive lifestyle, so this would not be the most appropriate priority.


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