Author Question: A common perceptual distortion associated with self-hypnosis is: a. increased circulation to the ... (Read 45 times)

wenmo · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

A common perceptual distortion associated with self-hypnosis is:

a. increased circulation to the body
b. the sense of having slept for an hour
c. coming up with new, viable solutions
d. slowing heart and breath rates

Question 2

When the parents of a terminally ill teenager whose death is imminent are approached and counseled regarding the possibility of organ donation, the parents refuse.

The nurse is concerned that they may not have fully considered the positive effect organ donation has on both the surviving family members as well as organ recipients. Which nursing action will have the greatest therapeutic effect regarding the parents' decision? a. Ask the chaplain to address the issue with the parents after giving them time to reconsider.
b. Gently share with the parents that they could be making a mistake they will later regret.
c. Say nothing, and support the parents in their decision to the fullest extent possible.
d. Refer the matter to the hospital's organ procurement agent.

aprice35067 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
A common perceptual distortion associated with self-hypnosis is the sense of having slept for an hour. Since the mind is very flexible, the suggestion of an hour's sleep can actually create the sensation of having experienced an hour of sleep. The exercise can be very helpful when a mental rest is needed.

Answer to Question 2

C
Even when a nurse finds it difficult to accept an informed decision a parent has made, professional ethics clearly require that the decision be supported.