A nurse is admitting a client to an alcohol abuse program. T…

A nurse is admitting a client to an alcohol abuse program. The client states, “I’m here because of my work. It was part  of my job to go to parties and drink with clients.” The client’s statement is an example of which of the following  defense mechanisms?

A home health care nurse is visiting an older adult client w…

A home health care nurse is visiting an older adult client who tells the nurse that she is feeling tired, is unable to shop for groceries, and would like the nurse to shop for her. Shopping and performing personal errands for the client is prohibited in the nurse’s job description. Which of the following is an appropriate nursing response?