A client diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder is admitted for ...

[swpotter12]

A client diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder is admitted for social skills training. Which information should be taught by the nurse?
 
  A. The side effects of medications
  B. Deep breathing techniques to decrease stress
  C. How to make eye contact when communicating
  D. How to be a leader

Question 2

Which of the following interventions would be appropriate for a client with anorexia nervosa?
 
  A) Allow the client to eat whenever she feels hungry.
  B) Insist that the client sit in the dining room until all food is eaten.
  C) Have the client in view of staff for 90 minutes after each meal.
  D) Permit the client to eat any food she chooses, as long as she's eating.

[mochi09]

Answer to Question 1

C
The nurse should plan to teach the client how to make eye contact when communicating. Social skills, such as making eye contact, can assist clients in communicating needs and maintaining connectedness.

Answer to Question 2

C
Feedback: Many clients with anorexia also have purging behavior; even those who have not purged previously may begin to do so when they're unable to restrict their eating. Answers A, B, and D do not promote healthy eating behaviors.

[swpotter12]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[adf223]

YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review