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Mr3Hunna

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on: Jul 19, 2018
A patient comes to the crisis center saying, I'm in a terrible situation. I don't know what to do. The triage nurse can initially assume that the patient is:
 
  a. suicidal.
  b. anxious and fearful.
  c. misperceiving reality.
  d. potentially homicidal.

Question 2

A patient being seen in the clinic for superficial cuts on both wrists is pacing and sobbing. After a few minutes, the patient is calmer. The nurse attempts to determine the patient's perception of the precipitating event by asking:
 
  a. Tell me why you were crying.
  b. How did your wrists get injured?
  c. How can I help you feel more comfortable?
  d. What was happening just before you started to feel this way?


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AmberC1996

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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Individuals in crisis are universally anxious. They are often frightened and may be mildly confused. Perceptions are often narrowed with anxiety.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
A clear definition of the immediate problem provides the best opportunity to find a solution. Asking about recent upsetting events permits assessment of the precipitating event. Why questions are non-therapeutic.


Mr3Hunna

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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Gracias!

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