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SGallaher96

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on: Jul 19, 2018
A staff nurse tells another nurse I just used the SAD PERSONS scale to evaluate a new client. His
  score was 10 . I'm wondering if I should send him home after arranging for follow-up.. The best
  reply by the second nurse would be
 
  a. That would seem appropriate..
  b. Make sure he is followed up closely; he may require hospitalization in the near
  future..
  c. I think you should strongly consider hospitalization for him..
  d. A score of 7 or higher usually requires immediate hospitalization..

Question 2

Which statement by the nurse who has been working with a child with ADHD might indicate
  overinvolvement with the child and a need for supervision?
 
  a. There are times I want to spank him, like when he throws things..
  b. He is beginning to concentrate more when he plays..
  c. He responds best when I stay calm and neutral..
  d. Decreasing environmental stimuli helps him concentrate..


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sarajane1989

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

D
A SAD PERSONS scale score of 0 to 2 suggests home care with follow-up. A score of 3 to 4 calls
for close follow-up and possible hospitalization. A score of 5 to 6 requires the nurse to strongly
consider hospitalization, and a score of 7 or higher calls for hospitalization.

Answer to Question 2

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Negative feelings may indicate the presence of countertransference, signaling an unresolved conflict.
The other comments are appropriate and suggest no overinvolvement.


SGallaher96

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
:D TYSM

gcook

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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