When preparing the discharge plans for a patient with chronic ...

[luvbio]

When preparing the discharge plans for a patient with chronic anxiety, Nurse Barbara evaluates the goals that were set for the patient.
 
  Nurse Barbara also evaluates if the patient has achieved the discharge long-term goals. Which goal would be most appropriate to be include in the plan of care requiring evaluation?
  A.
  The patient is completely stress free.
  B.
  The patient ignores their feelings of anxiety.
  C.
  The patient is able to identify triggers that produce anxiety.
  D.
  The patient maintains contact with a crisis counselor.

Question 2

When planning care for a female patient diagnosed with obsessive and compulsive behavior, Nurse Barbara and case manager Marc must recognize that the ritual:
 
  A.
  Assists the patient to understand their inability to deal with reality.
  B.
  Helps the patient to be in control of their anxiety.
  C.
  Helps the patient control the obsessive and compulsive behavior.
  D.
  Is used to manipulate others.

[vkodali]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Recognizing triggers that produce anxiety will permit the patient to cope with anxiety or avoid specific triggers. Response C is the most realistic and measurable goal.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The rituals performed by the patient with obsessive-compulsive disorder are a substitute for the cause of the anxiety.

[luvbio]

TYSM

[scottmt]

Great answer, keep it coming