When a client refuses to take psychotherapeutic medications, the nurse
1. can threaten the client with giving the drug IM.
2. cannot force the client to take the medications.
3. cannot discuss the client's reasons for refusing the medication.
4. can tell the client that treatment may be refused due to lack of cooperation.
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Clients have the right to participate in or refuse treatment.
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1. Cognitive skills 2. Interpersonal skills 3. Technical skills 4. Psychomotor skills
The nurse is performing a focused interview with an older adult client. Which statements by the client are expected? Select all that apply
1. "I have been having loose stools every day for the last 3 years." 2. "I know I just don't drink as much water as I should." 3. "My belly seems softer and flabbier as I get older." 4. "My mouth is always dry." 5. "My heartburn gets worse the older I get."
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
A PHN uses a published systematic review to determine which exercises should be incorporated into a newly developed older adult exercise program. Which of the following resources would most likely contain this information?
most likely contain this information? a. Evidence-Based Practice for Public Health Project b. PubMed c. Cochrane Public Health Group (PHRG) d. Task Force on Community Preventive Services