A client's disturbance of body image is evidenced by her claims of feeling fat even though she is emaciated. Which outcome criterion should a nurse assign to the client to address this nursing diagnosis?
A) Consuming adequate calories to sustain normal weight
B) Ceasing a strenuous exercise program
C) Perceiving ideal body weight and shape as normal
D) Demonstrating an absence of preoccupation with food
Question 2
A patient who is prescribed an antidepressant medication says, I've been getting dizzy in the morning when I wake up ever since I started this drug.
Do you think I should stop taking it? Which communication would reflect the most therapeutic nursing intervention on the basis of the patient's problem? a. It's important to change positions slowly and dangle your feet at the side of the bed before getting up..
b. You'll have to stop driving your car while you're taking your medicine, and napping during the day should help..
c. This medication does not usually cause dizziness unless it's being taken along with alcohol, wine, or beer..
d. This should not be happening. Stop taking this medicine, and I'll notify your doctor to prescribe something else..
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