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rachel9

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A nurse is working with a family with an elderly member who is in the prediagnostic phase of Alzheimer disease. The most important nursing intervention at this time would be to provide:
 
  a. family consultation to facilitate communication.
  b. information about support groups and counseling.
  c. options directed toward the reduction of caregiver stress.
  d. education that helps them understand their situation.

Question 2

A patient was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and hospitalized. The symptoms went into remission, and the patient was recently discharged to the community. During this stage of treatment the expected outcome will be that the patient will:
 
  a. be safe from harm.
  b. experience symptom relief.
  c. demonstrate improved functioning.
  d. attain an optimal quality of life in the community.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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In the prediagnostic phase, families need information that will help them understand their situation. A consultation is conducted at the time of diagnosis. Support groups and counseling are useful during the role-change phase. Options to reduce caregiver stress are helpful during the chronic caregiving phase.

Answer to Question 2

C
The desired outcome during the maintenance stage of treatment is improved patient functioning.


rachel9

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Excellent

Alyson.hiatt@yahoo.com

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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