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tnt_battle

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on: Jul 19, 2018
Which statement made by a patient should serve as the priority focus for the plan of care?
 
  a. I can always trust my family.
  b. It seems like I always have bad luck.
  c. You never know who will turn against you.
  d. I've been hearing the voices of my dead parents.

Question 2

Older adults with serious mental illness may be experiencing the complications of long-term
 
  1. neglect.
  2. drug abuse.
  3. social isolation.
  4. antipsychotic medication use.


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Amiracle

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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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The correct response indicates that the patient may be experiencing auditory hallucinations. The other statements are significant but require additional exploration.

Answer to Question 2

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Long-term antipsychotic medication use results in side effects such as movement disorders and cognitive deficits.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

Joy Chen

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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