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WWatsford

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The 70-year-old woman who had a stroke 3 months ago has a body image disturbance related to her spastic right arm and contracted fingers of the right hand. How can the nurse assist the patient in improving her body image?
 
  a. Teach her to write with her left hand.
  b. Place articles within easy reach of her left hand.
  c. Help her select colorful scarves or accessories to cover her right arm.
  d. Show her massage techniques to increase circulation in her right arm.

Question 2

An older adult in a long-term care facility has been diagnosed with depression. What would indicate a need for further assessment of suicide risk?
 
  a. Asking for assistance in writing a will
  b. Voicing the intention to visit his brother
  c. Donating excess clothing to charity
  d. Asking the young widow next door for a dinner date



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The selection of colorful accessories to cover the arm will help with her damaged body image. Learning to write with the left hand, learning massage techniques, and being able to reach items are good nursing care but do nothing for enhancement of body image.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Making or altering a will is an indication of suicidal ideation.



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