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Alainaaa8

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on: Jul 19, 2018
Which expected client outcome should a nurse identify as being correctly formulated?
 
  A. Client will feel happier by discharge.
  B. Client will demonstrate two relaxation techniques.
  C. Client will verbalize triggers to anger by end of session.
  D. Client will initiate interaction with one peer during free time within 2 days.

Question 2

Which nursing diagnosis should a nurse identify as being correctly formulated?
 
  A. Schizophrenia R/T biochemical alterations AEB altered thought
  B. Self-care deficit: hygiene R/T altered thought as AEB disheveled appearance
  C. Depressed mood R/T multiple life stressors
  D. Developmental disability R/T early-onset schizophrenia AEB hallucinations


sailorcrescent

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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D
The statement Client will initiate interaction with one peer during free time within 2 days is an example of a correctly formulated expected outcome. Outcomes should be measurable, realistic, client-focused goals that include a time frame. Appropriate nursing interventions are guided by client outcomes.

Answer to Question 2

B
The nurse should determine that the correctly written diagnosis would be Self-care deficit: hygiene R/T altered thought AEB disheveled appearance. The nursing diagnosis should describe the unhealthy response (inference), the contributing factors, and the data that support the inference.


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