A patient frequently asks the nurse for extra snacks, implying more willingness to talk if these items are provided. The nurse should assess this behavior as:
a. typical of transference reactions.
b. indicative of feelings of insecurity.
c. reflecting resistance to involvement.
d. testing the nurse's clinical competence.
Question 2
The client feels unwell. She knows that she would be better off if she rested today but important matters at work are waiting. She stops at the drugstore on her way to work and purchases several over-the-counter cold remedies.
Her behaviors are related to the stage of the illness experience called 1. symptom experience.
2. medical care contact.
3. assuming the sick role.
4. dependent patient role.
Position of patient following seizure
Sample new patient registration form.
Patient Teaching Methods Cont.
Patient Teaching Methods Cont.
Chest X-ray of a patient with emphysema.