Author Question: A male client is experiencing hallucinations. The intervention that would be most helpful in ... (Read 34 times)

iveyjurea · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

A male client is experiencing hallucinations. The intervention that would be most helpful in controlling the hallucinations is:

a. Actively listening to his concerns
b. Establishing a trusting relationship
c. Encouraging appropriate behaviors
d. Teaching him to use distraction techniques when experiencing hallucinations

Question 2

A mother of a 9-year-old is concerned because her child complains of frequent stomachaches in the morning before leaving for school. No medical reason has been found for this condition.

The family has recently moved to the area after the woman and her husband divorced and the child is attending a new school. What is the most appropriate response the nurse can give to this mother? a. Ignore the child's complaints and send the child to school.
b. Allow the child to stay home from school when this occurs.
c. Provide support and reassurance to the child as he adjusts.
d. Take away computer privileges to stop this behavior.

mjbamaung · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
Distraction techniques, such as whistling or telling the hallucination to go away, will be helpful in controlling the hallucinations. Actively listening to his concerns and establishing a trusting relationship are interventions that will help in improving communication skills, and encouraging appropriate behaviors will help the client build social skills.

Answer to Question 2

C
A somatoform disorder is one in which the child (or adult) has the signs or symptoms of illness without a traceable physical cause. Somatic symptoms are common in school-age children. They are thought to be expressions of stress, anxiety, or underlying conflict. It is important to remember that children with somatoform disorders need understanding and reassurance rather than punishment or concessions. The child should not be ignored.