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maegan_martin

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A 19-year-old was at a street fair when a serious fight broke out. She is hospitalized for a fractured leg as a result of the violence. The client has great difficulty staying focused and keeps asking for her parents to take her home.
 
  Once her injuries have been assessed and treatment has begun, what is the priority nursing intervention? A) Support her as she is trying to understand how this happened to her.
  B) Let her know that the worst is over, and that it doesn't help to keep thinking about what happened to her.
  C) Ask her specific questions about the fight to get an accurate history of events.
  D) Educate her on ways to carry herself when out, especially at night.

Question 2

Appropriate treatment goals for caregivers of older family members include: Select all that apply.
 
  A) Minimization of disturbing situations.
  B) Utilization of paid care-giving as little as possible to avoid disrupting the routine of care.
  C) Identification of resources in the community.
  D) Minimization of personal problems.
  E) Discussion of feelings.



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dudman123

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Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

C, E




maegan_martin

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Excellent


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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