The nurse is preparing to assess a 78-year-old patient who has ...

[Bob-Dole]

The nurse is preparing to assess a 78-year-old patient who has been diagnosed with major depression. Which of the following would the nurse expect to assess as a normal finding?
 
  A) Decrease in body fat
  B) Increased muscle mass
  C) Dulled taste sensation
  D) Enhanced visual acuity

Question 2

Which is the BEST family nursing approach for the psychiatric nurse to use in practice?
 
  a. one that requires specialized skills and experience
  b. one that views the family as a system
  c. one chosen by the family
  d. one that provides the best outcome for the situation

[Shshxj]

Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

D
The best approach to be used by a psychiatric nurse working with families is to provide the best outcome for the situation. Also, the level of nursing education will dictate when the nurse will provide the care and when referral should be made to one with more specialized skill and experience. For example if the best outcomes would be achieved by family counseling sessions, then the nurse should refer the family to an APN or other therapist with graduate education and experience in family counseling.

[Bob-Dole]

Thank you

[Shshxj]

Happy to help you