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viki

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on: Jul 19, 2018
A nurse determines that a patient has poor social skills that have interfered with his ability to engage others, which has contributed to his feelings of purposelessness, hopelessness, and withdrawal.
 
  Which of the following would be most important to assist the patient in beginning to social skills?
  A) Self-help group
  B) Recovery group
  C) Nursepatient relationship
  D) Limit setting

Question 2

A college freshman is admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of schizophrenia. Friends reported that she had been in her room for 2 days in a trance-like state, not eating or speaking to anyone.
 
  Which of the following is the highest priority for this client? A) Assessing fluid intake and output
  B) Completing an assessment of mental status
  C) Obtaining more data about her college experiences
  D) Providing for adequate rest


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olivia_paige29

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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

A
Feedback: Physiologic homeostasis is a priority for this client. Completing an assessment of mental status, obtaining data about college experiences, and providing adequate rest are not the highest priorities.


viki

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
:D TYSM

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Wow, this really help

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