A patient says to the nurse, I dreamed I was stoned. When I woke up, I felt emotionally drained, as though I hadn't rested well. Which comment would be appropriate if the nurse seeks clarification?
a. It sounds as though you were uncomfortable with the content of your dream.
b. I understand what you're saying. Bad dreams leave me feeling tired, too.
c. So, all in all, you feel as though you had a rather poor night's sleep?
d. Can you give me an example of what you mean by stoned'?
Question 2
A patient is very suspicious and states, The FBI has me under surveillance. Which strategies should a nurse use when gathering initial assessment data about this patient? Select all that apply.
a. Tell the patient that medication will help this type of thinking.
b. Ask the patient, Tell me about the problem as you see it.
c. Seek information about when the problem began.
d. Tell the patient, Your ideas are not realistic.
e. Reassure the patient, You are safe here.
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