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An 84-year-old man who is receiving dialysis treatments on an outpatient basis reports depressed mood and low energy and makes reference to death and dying. His wife and son are ready to take him home after the procedure.
 
  Which question should a nurse ask the client's wife when preparing a discharge plan of care?
  A) Has he had any appetite or sleep changes as well?
  B) How often is he left alone?
  C) Has he been following his diet and exercise program consistently?
  D) How would you characterize your relationship with your husband?

Question 2

A nurse makes observations that a depressed patient is more energetic and is smiling much more. Still, the nurse shares with the unit manager that when thinking about the patient a sense of hopelessness surfaces. The nurse manager replies:
 
  a. Sometimes it's best to disregard subjective perceptions like that and focus on the objective signs..
  b. Pay attention to your feelings. They can provide valuable clues about the patient's feelings..
  c. You should share your perceptions with the patient and seek an explanation..
  d. Confrontation can be a useful tool in situations like this..



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essyface1

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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

B
The feelings that nurses have serve an important purpose. They are valuable clues about the patient's problems, and they are barometers for feedback about the nurses themselves and their relationships with others.




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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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