A new client asks the nurse So what goes on at this community ...

[imowrer]

A new client asks the nurse So what goes on at this community meeting scheduled this afternoon?
  The best reply by the nurse would be
 
  a. You and your therapist will discuss problems and goals for problem resolution..
  b. You and a small group of other clients will meet to discuss common issues..
  c. You, the staff, and the other clients will meet to discuss problems occurring on
  the unit..
  d. We never know what will go on at a community meeting because clients
  determine the agenda..

Question 2

Which remark by the nurse would be an appropriate way to begin a clinical interview session?
 
  a. How shall we start today?
  b. Shall we talk about losing your privileges yesterday?
  c. What happened when your husband came to visit yesterday?
  d. Let's get started trying to unravel your marital relationship..

[janieazgirl]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Community meetings involve staff and clients. Items pertinent to the functioning of the community
are topics for exploration. Ideas for activities, community problems, clarifications of unit rules,
greeting new clients, and saying goodbye to clients being discharged might be included. Option A
describes individual therapy. Option B describes group therapy. Option D is evasive.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The interview is client centered; thus the issues are chosen by the client. The nurse assists the client
by using communication skills and actively listening to provide opportunities for the client to reach
goals. In options B, C, and D the nurse selects the topic.

[imowrer]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[tkempin]

Excellent