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jon_i

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A client with antisocial personality disorder uses manipulation to try leaving the unit with another client's family members after visiting hours. Which of the following interventions is best to deal with the manipulative behavior?
 
  A) Allow the client's nurse to determine how to deal with the client since the client has never attempted to escape before.
  B) Assist the client in identifying patterns of behavior and consequences as determined by the team plan.
  C) Remind the client that he could be discharged for inappropriate behavior.
  D) Restrict the client from all unit activities to provide time for reflection on his behavior.

Question 2

The nurse is planning a presentation to a group of older adults on the topic of suicide in the elderly. One of the group participants asks who has the highest risk of suicide in the elderly population. The nurse's best response would be:
 
  A) Elders who have multiple prescriptions from a variety of different pharmacies.
  B) Elders who are experiencing a deep and profound depression.
  C) Elderly women who are divorced or widowed.
  D) Elderly men who are divorced or widowed.



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tanna.moeller

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Answer to Question 1

B
Feedback: Following the team plan ensures consistency of response to the client's manipulative behavior. Learning the relationship between behavior and consequences is a positive outcome for the client. Answers A, C, and D are not appropriate interventions for the client exhibiting manipulative behavior.

Answer to Question 2

D




jon_i

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Excellent


shailee

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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