Author Question: You are doing some teaching with the family of a client who is exhibiting some agitation and angry ... (Read 59 times)

Anajune7 · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

You are doing some teaching with the family of a client who is exhibiting some agitation and angry outbursts.

In discussing methods that a family member might use to prevent agitated and angry outbursts, you suggest which of the following interventions? a. attempting a rational conversation about the basis for the stress
b. ignoring the behavior
c. distraction and engagement in more high-energy activities
d. distraction or a quieter environment at the first signs of agitation

Question 2

The nursing assessment of a child with separation anxiety disorder is most likely to reveal which factor?

A) The child has a history of antisocial behaviors.
B) The mother has an anxiety disorder.
C) The child previously had an extroverted temperament.
D) The parents have an inconsistent parenting style.

blazinlyss · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
Distraction or a quieter environment at the first signs of agitation would be an appropriate intervention. The individual is most likely experiencing a catastrophic reaction, which is a severe overreaction out of proportion to the initial stimulus. In such cases, distraction and removing the client from the stimulus may be appropriate. However, this intervention may not always be effective with all clients experiencing a catastrophic reaction.

Answer to Question 2

B