What would be the preferable remark for a student nurse to use after introductions have been made
to begin the first nurse-client interview?
a. So tell me, do you like having students here?
b. I'd like to have you tell me your problems..
c. Perhaps you would like to begin by telling me about some of the stresses you've
experienced recently..
d. I read your chart and understand that you would like to focus on new ways to
improve your self-esteem..
Question 2
A community mental health nurse has been working for 6 months to establish a trusting relationship
with a delusional and suspicious client. The client recently lost his job, stopped taking medication
because he had no money, and then decompensated.
The client states only a traitor would make me
go to the hospital.. The nurse must decide whether to arrange for hospitalization or try to provide
medication so he can remain at home. The solution most in keeping with current practices in health
care calls for
a. hospitalization for up to a week.
b. negotiating a way to provide medication.
c. hospitalization until he is asymptomatic.
d. arranging for a bed in a homeless shelter.
Nursing Student
A nurse adjusts the rate of a client’s IV.
The nurse applies a pulse oximeter sensor on the client’s finger.
nurse
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