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ishan

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A client with dementia no longer recognizes her only daughter. The daughter asks the nurse How
  long do you think it will be before my mother will recognize me when I visit her? The best reply
  for the nurse would be
 
  a. I think that is a question the physician will need to answer..
  b. Your mother will never again be able to identify you or other family members..
  c. One never knows; consciousness fluctuates in clients with dementia..
  d. It is disappointing when someone you love no longer recognizes you..

Question 2

A client being interviewed on his first visit to the crisis center says he is there because he needs help,
  but then falters and cannot continue his explanation.
 
  Which question would be of value in helping
  him relate his perception of the precipitating event?
  a. How can we help you?
  b. What led you to seek help today?
  c. Who is available to help you with your problem?
  d. What do you usually do to get through difficult times?



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meryzewe

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Answer to Question 1

D
Therapeutic communication techniques can assist the family to come to terms with the losses and
irreversibility dementia imposes on both the loved one and themselves. Options A and B: These
responses close communication. The nurse should take the opportunity to foster communication.
Option C does not present factual information.

Answer to Question 2

B
Option B will help the client identify the precipitating event. The precipitating event must be
identified before planning, goal setting, and intervention can take place. Option A is not relevant to
identification of the precipitating event. Option C focuses on assessment of situational supports.
Option D focuses on assessing personal coping skills.




ishan

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
:D TYSM


adammoses97

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Wow, this really help

 

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