Family members of a delirious elderly patient are very anxious and express their concerns about placing the patient in a nursing home. What information should serve as a basis for the nurse's reply?
a. Delirium is reversible, and the patient will likely recover.
b. The symptoms are related to depression, which can be treated.
c. Delirium usually progresses to dementia, which is usually permanent.
d. Home care should be attempted; a nursing home should be the last resort.
Question 2
An Asian American client tells a nurse that he is concerned about yin and yang in his health care. Which nursing intervention observes the understanding of yin and yang?
A) Balancing hot with cold
B) Providing numerous herbs
C) Limiting meals to rice, vegetables, and fish
D) Incorporating activity with other therapy
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A medical assistant listening to the patient and physician discuss the patient's care.
Effective listening skills demonstrate empathy to the patient and break down barriers to communicati
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A partnership between the patient and the health care provider.