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tnt_battle

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Which potential client should a nurse identify as a candidate for involuntarily commitment?
 
  1. The client living under a bridge in a cardboard box
  2. The client threatening to commit suicide
  3. The client who never bathes and wears a wool hat in the summer
  4. The client who eats waste out of a garbage can

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A client diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder is admitted to a psychiatric unit. The client has an elaborate routine for toileting activities. Which would be an appropriate initial client outcome during the first week of hospitalization?
 
  1. The client will refrain from ritualistic behaviors during daylight hours.
  2. The client will wake early enough to complete rituals prior to breakfast.
  3. The client will participate in three unit activities by day three.
  4. The client will substitute a productive activity for rituals by day one.



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Answer to Question 1

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Rationale: The nurse should identify the client threatening to commit suicide as eligible for involuntary commitment. The suicidal client who refuses treatments is in danger and needs emergency treatment.

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale: An appropriate initial client outcome is for the client to wake early enough to complete rituals prior to breakfast. The nurse should also provide a structured schedule of activities and begin to gradually limit the time allowed for rituals.




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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Gracias!


duy1981999

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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