During which phase of the nurse–client relationship can the nurse anticipate that identified client issues will be explored and resolved?
The relapse of a client diagnosed with schizophrenia is rela…
The relapse of a client diagnosed with schizophrenia is related to medication nonadherence. The client is hospitalized for 5 days, medication is restarted, and the client’s thoughts are now more organized. The client’s family members are upset and say, “It’s too soon for discharge. Hospitalization is needed for at least a month.” The nurse should implement what intervention?
The client says, “My marriage is just great. My spouse and I…
The client says, “My marriage is just great. My spouse and I usually agree on everything.” The nurse observes the client’s foot moving continuously as the client twirls a shirt button. What type of communication is the client presenting?
A client diagnosed with schizophrenia refuses to take medica…
A client diagnosed with schizophrenia refuses to take medication, citing the right of autonomy. Under which circumstance would a nurse have the right to medicate the client against the client’s wishes?
A newly admitted client, diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive…
A newly admitted client, diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), washes his hands continually. This behavior prevents unit activity attendance. Which nursing statement best addresses this situation?
A nurse is caring for a client who has cancer and is termin…
A nurse is caring for a client who has cancer and is terminally ill. The nurse should recognize that the client and their family might be experiencing which of the following types of grief?
Which of the following would not be a cause of hairy tongue?
Which of the following would not be a cause of hairy tongue?
Cardiac irregularities, tachycardia, and palpitations associ…
Cardiac irregularities, tachycardia, and palpitations associated with anemia are the result of which of the following?
The largest of the hemorrhages listed below would be which o…
The largest of the hemorrhages listed below would be which one?
This legion can be identified as Wickham striae. It is ind…
This legion can be identified as Wickham striae. It is indicative of Lichen Planus.