Author Question: A client in an inpatient detoxification unit asks a nurse about Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Which ... (Read 89 times)

Jkov05 · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

A client in an inpatient detoxification unit asks a nurse about Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Which nursing statement is appropriate regarding self-help groups?

A) There is little research to support AA's effectiveness. You'd be better off by attending a professionally led psychotherapy group.
B) Self-help groups used to be the treatment of choice, but their popularity is waning.
C) There is no outside regulation of these groups, so you've got to be cautious.
D) Members themselves run the group, with leadership usually rotating among the members.

Question 2

The husband of one of your assigned clients who is very confused describes to you occasions when his wife's agitation and anger have been out of proportion to the stimulus that prompted the behavior. You recognize this as a(n):

a. hallucinatory reaction
b. perceptual problem
c. paranoid delusion
d. catastrophic reaction

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

Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

D
A catastrophic reaction is a severe overreaction out of proportion to the stimulus. In some cases one can provide a more soothing and quiet environment or simply remove the person from the source of stimulus to distract the individual. This may result in preventing or halting the overreaction. In addition, a calm tone of voice or a soothing touch may aid in diminishing the catastrophic response.