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lb_gilbert

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Which situation is an example of selective amnesia?
 
  1. A client cannot relate any lifetime memories.
  2. A client can describe driving to Ohio but cannot remember the car accident that occurred.
  3. A client often wanders aimlessly after sunset.
  4. A client cannot provide personal demographic information during admission assessment.

Question 2

A client exhibiting dependent behaviors says, Do you think I should move from my parent's house and get a job? Which nursing response is most appropriate?
 
  1. It would be best to do that in order to increase independence.
  2. Why would you want to leave a secure home?
  3. Let's discuss and explore all of your options.
  4. I'm afraid you would feel very guilty leaving your parents.



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Rationale: Three types of disturbance in recall are identified in the DSM-5: localized, selective, and generalized. Localized and selective amnesia are related to a specific stressful event that has occurred. In selective amnesia, the individual can recall only certain incidents associated with a stressful event for a specific period after the event. In the generalized type, the individual has amnesia for his or her identity and total life history.

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale: The most appropriate response by the nurse is, Let's discuss and explore all of your options. In this example, the nurse is encouraging the client to formulate ideas and decide independently the appropriate course of action.



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