A scientific structuring of the environment in order to effect ...

[luvbio]

A scientific structuring of the environment in order to effect behavioral changes and to improve the psychological health and functioning of the individual is defined as ___________________ _____ therapy.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Question 2

A client diagnosed with a history of anorexia nervosa comes to an outpatient clinic after being medically cleared. The client states, My parents watch me like a hawk and never let me out of their sight.
 
   Which nursing diagnosis would take priority at this time? 1. Altered nutrition less than body requirements
  2. Altered social interaction
  3. Impaired verbal communication
  4. Altered family processes

[Anna]

Answer to Question 1

milieu
Rationale: Milieu therapy is defined as a scientific structuring of the environment in order to effect behavioral changes and to improve the psychological health and functioning of the individual. The goal of milieu therapy is to manipulate the environment so that all aspects of the client's hospital experience are considered therapeutic.

Answer to Question 2

4
Rationale: The nurse should determine that once the client has been medically cleared, the diagnosis of altered family process should take priority. Clients diagnosed with anorexia nervosa have a need to control and feel in charge of their own treatment choices. Behavioral-modification therapy allows the client to maintain control of eating.

[luvbio]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[kusterl]

Excellent