MC The nurse is interviewing the spouse of a client who is being treated for substance abuse. The nurse suspects co-dependence exists between the client and the spouse. Characteristics of co-dependence include
A. The ability to freely express feelings.
B. Evidence of high self-esteem.
C. The ability to stand up for one's own desires.
D. Control of others.
Question 2
The nurse suspects that the client has psychoactive substance dependence. Which of the following assessments made the nurse most suspicious?
A. Decreased substance use to decrease withdrawal symptoms
B. Lack of the characteristic withdrawal symptoms
C. Decreased tolerance to the substance
D. Increased time spent recovering from the effects
The patient and his family meet with the nurse to discuss progress on the patient care plan.
The nurse assesses the patient's ability to use the walker correctly
The surgical nurse assists the client into the correct position
The Cycle of Violence and Abuse in Intimate Relationships
Apply the body wrap substance to the back with long, smooth strokes, covering the area thoroughly.
Client files are kept in alphabetical order in locked file cabinets.