Author Question: While taking care of a client at the mental health clinic, the student nurse notices scars and ... (Read 93 times)

ss2343 · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

While taking care of a client at the mental health clinic, the student nurse notices scars and healing lacerations on the client's arms. The client states, I did all of that.

The student nurse knows this type of behavior is:
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Self-destructive.
2. A prank.
3. A maladaptive measure.
4. A coping mechanism.
5. A waste of time.

Question 2

For a nurse studying bioethics, which of the following statements would indicate that learning has occurred regarding autonomy?

1. All clients should be given their due.
2. Part of our profession is doing good things for others.
3. We must always be honest with clients.
4. After I provide information, I will respect my client's right to make a decision.

dawsa925 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

1,3,4
Rationale: Self-destructive. Self-destructive behaviors are sometimes used to restore inner equilibrium when a mentally ill client feels overwhelmed.

Answer to Question 2

4
Rationale: Autonomy is the freedom to choose a course of action, to act on that choice, and to live with the consequences of that choice. Nurses help clients by providing them with the information they need in order to choose, helping them to understand and sort through the information, and supporting their choice. The statement, All clients should be given their due demonstrates justice. The statement, Part of our profession is doing good things for others demonstrates beneficence. The statement, We must always be honest with clients demonstrates veracity.