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dalyningkenk

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The staff are discussing competency. Which of the following statements about competency is inaccurate?
 
  A) Competency is a medical determination made by the client's physician.
  B) Competency is affected by client compliance with treatment.
  C) A competent client means the client can make reasonable judgments and decisions.
  D) A guardian is appointed to make decisions on the person's behalf when the client is incompetent.

Question 2

In a supervision session, several of the nurses discuss methods for preventing agitated and angry outbursts in clients diagnosed with dementia. One nurse appropriately suggests:
 
  A) Ignoring the behavior.
  B) Distraction or a quieter environment at the first sign of agitation.
  C) Attempting a rational discussion of the issue with the client.
  D) Distraction and engagement in high-energy activities.


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

A

Answer to Question 2

B


dalyningkenk

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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:D TYSM

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