Identify at least three top priorities when handling the emotional patient, and why they are important
What will be an ideal response?
When dealing with the emotional patient, the top priorities to consider are as follows: always maintain boundaries by not asking questions to further upset the patient, always stay on track and do not get distracted in order to maintain control, always be careful in choosing your words and do not use overly affectionate terms.
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The ______________ is the appointed individual named in the AHCD who has legal authority to make health care decisions for the person who has designated them.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
The time it takes for the electronic signals to come and go is measured in ________.
A. gigabits B. kilobytes C. megahertz D. megabytes
From the following list select the items associated with the actions of a drug that stimulates Beta1-receptors
a. increased heart rate b. decrease blood pressure c. decrease heart contractility d. increase heart contraction e. increase heart conduction d. no effect on the heart
How can a health care professional prevent violating privacy regulations?
a. Never leave a medical record (paper or electronic) open for prying eyes to see. b. Respond fully to any verbal request for information about a patient. c. Dispose of extra copies of lab reports in the recycling bin, instead of the garbage. d. All of the above