A client is brought into the emergency department because he was ...

[dollx]

A client is brought into the emergency department because he was involved in an automobile accident. His blood alcohol level (BAL) is 0.10 mg . Based on this finding, the nurse would expect to assess which of the following?
 
  A) Difficulty with coordination
  B) Stupor
  C) Emotional lability
  D) Ataxia

Question 2

A client diagnosed with borderline personality disorder brings up a conflict with the staff in a community meeting and develops a following of clients who unreasonably demand modification of unit rules.
 
  How can the nursing staff best handle this situation? A. Allow the clients to apply the democratic process when developing unit rules.
  B. Maintain consistency of care by open communication to avoid staff manipulation.
  C. Allow the client spokesperson to verbalize concerns during a unit staff meeting.
  D. Maintain unit order by the application of autocratic leadership.

[sailorcrescent]

Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

B
The nursing staff can best handle this situation by maintaining consistency of care by open communication to avoid staff manipulation. Clients diagnosed with borderline personality disorder can exhibit negative patterns of interaction, such as clinging and distancing, splitting, manipulation, and self-destructive behaviors.

[dollx]

YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

[Sarahjh]

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