The nurse is reading about different theories of caring and wants ...

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The nurse is reading about different theories of caring and wants to adopt Leininger's theory as an approach for her clients. Which of the following is a key element in this theory?
 
  a. Five categories or processes of caring
  b. Connectedness with others
  c. Spiritual dimensions and healing
  d. Transcultural perspectives

Question 2

The patient is being admitted to the neurological unit with the diagnosis of stroke. The nurse should begin discharge planning
 
  a. At the time of admission.
  b. The day before the patient is to be discharged.
  c. As soon as the patient's discharge destination is known.
  d. When outpatient therapy will no longer be needed.

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Answer to Question 1

D
A key element of Leininger's theory is transcultural perspectives. Leininger stresses that even though human caring is a universal phenomenon, the expressions, processes, and patterns of car-ing vary among cultures.
Swanson's theory describes caring as consisting of five categories or processes.
Being connected with others is a key element of Benner and Wrubel's theory.
A key element of Watson's theory is spiritual dimensions and healing.

Answer to Question 2

A
Discharge planning begins when a patient enters the health care system. In anticipation of the patient's discharge from an institution, the nurse makes appropriate referrals or consults a case manager or a discharge planner to ensure that the patient's needs will be met at home. Referrals to home care or outpatient therapy are often needed.