A nurse is talking with the wife of a client who has terminal ...

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A nurse is talking with the wife of a client who has terminal cancer. The wife is explaining what an ordeal it has been over the last six months. She states her diabetes is out of control and she feels tired and exhausted all the time.
 
  What risks does chronic stress present for the wife? Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Risk for mental illness
  2. Risk for fracture
  3. Risk for stroke or heart attack
  4. Risk for infection
  5. Risk for an auto accident

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a client with depression. Which nursing intervention best demonstrates the nurse's availability to the client?
 
  1. Let the client know that time heals all sorrow.
  2. Provide privacy when interviewing the client.
  3. Be honest with the client about medication effects.
  4. Assist the client with the activities of daily living.

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Answer to Question 1

2,3,4,5
Rationale: Risk for mental illness. Risk factors for mental illness are associated with family history. Though stress is a trigger for many symptoms in those who have existing mental illness, there is no indication that the wife has a mental illness.

Answer to Question 2

4
Rationale: Assisting the client with activities of daily living demonstrates that the nurse is available to the client to help with basic human needs. Providing privacy is important, but shows respect for the client, not availability. Telling the client that time heals invalidates the client's experience. Being honest with the client about medications demonstrates respect for the client, not availability.