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roselinechinyere27m · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

Once the acute feelings of illness are resolved, what is an appropriate intervention when treating a client with a psychosocial problem?

a. Avoid expression of feelings as this will provide a relapse of acute symptoms.
b. Minimize secondary gains.
c. Convey an attitude that such behavior is not acceptable.
d. Assist the client to limit social network to avoid additional stress.

Question 2

Which are common causes for client noncompliance in the plan of care? (Select all that apply.)

a. Financial concerns
b. Lack of support by family
c. Staff dislike of a client
d. Inability to understand the treatment plan
e. Lack of access to treatment services

ky860224 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
A key intervention for clients with psychosocial problems is to minimize the secondary gains once the acute phase is resolved. It is recommended that the caregiver encourage expression of feelings rather than physical complaints. An accepting attitude is necessary to build trust. Assisting the client and family to increase their social network to will help fill social needs.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, D, E
Financial concerns, lack of family support, and lack of access to treatment often make the client feel that he or she is unable to continue in the planned treatment. The social worker is the best person to contact in these instances because he or she is aware of programs that may meet needs in these problem areas. Education and involvement of other caregivers will assist the client in eliminating the problem of inability to understand the treatment plan. Staff dislike of a patient should never be a reason for client noncompliance.