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chads108

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on: Jul 19, 2018
A correctional nurse is called to testify about care received by a specific patient in the 8 hours before his successful suicide.
 
  The nurse responds to questions about what he saw and heard and the interventions he performed and documented during the work shift. In what capacity was this nurse testifying? a. Forensic nurse examiner
  b. Consultant
  c. Expert witness
  d. Fact witness

Question 2

Which intervention best demonstrates that a nurse understands the cultural needs of a hospitalized Asian-American patient with mental illness?
 
  a. Encouraging the family to attend community support groups
  b. Involving the patient's family to assist with activities of daily living
  c. Providing educational pamphlets to explain the patient's mental illness
  d. Restricting homemade herbal remedies the family brings to the hospital


mistyjohnson

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

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A fact witness testifies regarding first-hand experience only, that is, the facts the witness possesses as a result of his direct experience with the situation under review. Forensic nurse examiners conduct court-ordered examinations and provide written reports and court testimony regarding the findings of the examinations, but they do not give direct patient care. Consultants are neutral experts who educate or advise the court or its officers on technical matters such as standards of nursing care. An expert witness shares professional expertise about the defendant or elements of the crime and testifies on behalf of the prosecution or defendant.

Answer to Question 2

B
The Asian community values the family in caring for each other. The Asian community uses traditional medicines and healers, including herbs for mental symptoms. The Asian community describes illness in somatic terms. The Asian community attaches a stigma to mental illness.


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