A nurse uses Peplau's interpersonal therapy while working with an anxious, withdrawn patient. Interventions should focus on:
a. changing the patient's perceptions about self
b. improving the patient's interactional skills
c. using medications to relieve anxiety
d. reinforcing specific behaviors
Question 2
Cognitive therapy was provided for a patient who frequently said, I'm stupid. Which statement by the patient indicates the therapy was effective?
a. I'm disappointed in my lack of ability.
b. I always fail when I try new things.
c. Things always go wrong for me.
d. Sometimes I do stupid things.
The tone of the nurse-patient introduction sets the stage for the patient interview and patient care
The general survey includes assessing every patient for signs of distress.
Patient Teaching
Patient teaching: abdominal assessment
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