A client recovering from injuries obtained from a domestic ...

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A client recovering from injuries obtained from a domestic dispute asks to attend Mass at the hospital chapel. Which is the reason why this is important for the client?
 
  A) Find a distraction from the injuries.
  B) Attend to spiritual needs in order to deal with what has happened.
  C) Show an interest in what is going on in the world.
  D) Get back to a normal routine as soon as possible.

Question 2

A client who has experienced domestic violence in the past has decided to stop participating in counseling. Which client statement would indicate that therapy has been effective?
 
  A) Everyone knows what my problems are, and there is nothing I can do about it.
  B) I am functioning fine now but I know that when problems come up again, I will ask for help.
  C) My friends tell me that I have improved so this is a good time to stop.
  D) It is so draining to deal with the same painful issues all of the time.

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

The nurse understands the importance of spiritual support in the recovery process. The client may be struggling with questions or experiencing feelings of rage and grief. This is an important component of the process that will help the client move closer to the healing phase. The client may wish to attend Mass for the other reasons given, but the nurse knows that these are not as significant to the recovery process.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B

The client acknowledging that future problems will come up indicates that the client has gained insight into problems. The client's willingness to ask for help shows that the client is prepared to continue with counseling when new problems arise. Stating that the process is draining and painful suggests that little progress has been made and that the client is looking to avoid the pain. Stating that there is nothing than can be done is fatalistic. Basing termination of treatment on the statements of others places emphasis on others and not on self-evaluation.