A nurse is working with a patient with depression. To best help the patient translate insight into action, a major nursing challenge will be to:
a. promote self-care activities.
b. consult appropriate resources.
c. build adequate incentives to change.
d. identify ineffective behavior patterns.
Question 2
A nurse working on the psychiatric unit receives a telephone call from the employer of one of the clients on the unit. The employer asks to be sent a copy of Mr. Murray's latest lab work and psychological testing results so Mr.
Murray's medical records in employee health can be kept up to date. Based on what you know about issues surrounding breach of confidentiality, your best response to the employer's request would be:
A) I'm sorry; we're not allowed to give out that information about our clients.
B) I'll have to get the client's signed consent before we can send that information to you.
C) I am unable to acknowledge whether or not a Mr. Murray is a client on this unit.
D) Sure, give me your address and I will see that the information is sent to you.
Patient wearing an abularm
Medicinal leeches on a patient’s neck. Today leeches are sometimes used in microsurgery to prevent b
The medical assistant often has to reassure and comfort the patient before effective communication c
A patient with exophthalmos.
Foley catheter with balloon in the bladder of a male patient.
Avoid working with your elbows behind you.