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maegan_martin

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on: Jul 19, 2018
A patient tells a nurse, My doctor says my problem may be with the neurotransmitters in my brain but I don't understand what that means.. The nurse responds:
 
  a. Let's begin with exploring what your doctor has told you about your problem..
  b. We should start with a discussion about any concerns you have about having a neurotransmitter disorder..
  c. First let me say that neurotransmitter problems can usually be treated or cured with medication therapy..
  d. What you need to understand is that neurotransmitters are chemical messengers in the brain responsible for brain communication..

Question 2

Short-term goals related to substance abstinence include which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. The patient will make a daily commitment to abstain..
  b. The patient will attend at least two support group meetings weekly..
  c. The patient will focus on improving the quality of the relationship with a significant other..
  d. The patient will call a supportive person when experiencing an urge to use an addictive substance..
  e. The patient will commit to provide support to others expressing an interest and need to abstain from addictive substances..


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morganmarie791

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

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The correct option assesses the patient's understanding of his condition, the initial step in any educationally focused discussion. None of the remaining optionsdefining the role of a neurotransmitter, exploring the patient's concerns, or providing an explanation of a typical treatment planaddress the patient's question concerning a lack of understanding.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, D, E
Initial short-term goals related to abstinence should focus on self. Relationships, job, education, and other issues should be deferred unless they are roadblocks to recovery since that will focus attention on the immediate problem.


maegan_martin

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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:D TYSM

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