A nurse assesses a patient diagnosed with functional neurological (conversion) disorder. Which comment is most likely from this patient?
a. Since my father died, I've been short of breath and had sharp pains that go down my left arm, but I think it's just indigestion.
b. I have daily problems with nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. My skin is very dry and I think I'm getting seriously dehydrated.
c. Sexual intercourse is painful. I pretend as if I'm asleep so I can avoid it. I think it's starting to cause problems with my marriage.
d. I get choked very easily and have trouble swallowing when I eat. I think I might have cancer of the esophagus.
Question 2
the correct etiology to complete this nursing diagnosis for a patient with dissociative identity disorder. Disturbed personal identity, related to:
a. obsessive fears of harming self or others.
b. poor impulse control and lack of self-confidence.
c. depressed mood secondary to nightmares and intrusive thoughts.
d. cognitive distortions associated with unresolved childhood abuse issues.
The patient interview often requires note taking.
The reminder card should be completed and handed to the patient after the appointment is scheduled.
Calipers being used to measure body fat on the triceps of a patient.
Patient Physical Status Classification
Functional Groups of Carbon
The conversion of di-, tri-, and tetranucleotides into repeating copolymers