The nurse who helps a patient with a disability rejoice in the ...

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The nurse who helps a patient with a disability rejoice in the acquisition of the smallest new skill is embracing which rehabilitation philosophy?
 
  a. Resolving impairments
  b. Removing disabilities
  c. Increasing quality of life
  d. Eliminating complications

Question 2

The nurse should tell a paraplegic that the rehabilitation experience will consist of:
 
  a. relearning former skills.
  b. learning to walk.
  c. learning new skills to adapt to a different lifestyle.
  d. developing muscle strength.

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
A philosophy of rehabilitation is to increase the quality of life. Impairments may not be able to be resolved, disabilities may not be able to be completely removed, and complications may not be totally eliminated. However, with rehabilitation, the individual can learn to adjust to the new lifestyle.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
The type and the focus of rehabilitation are individualized to the patient, the injury, and abilities. Skills will be taught to enhance the patient's adaptation to a new lifestyle.