Which of these phrases BEST describes a Johnsonian intervention?
a. a group therapy session for current alcohol abusers
b. a confrontational approach to encourage treatment for a substance abuser
c. a rehabilitation strategy for maintaining so-briety
d. a technique for overcoming codependency
B
A Johnsonian intervention is a confrontational approach to a client with a substance problem that lessens the chance of denial and encourages treatment before the client "hits bottom."
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a. A problem-solving approach b. A structured and inflexible way to approach problems c. A standardized care-planning method d. An intuitive approach to planning nursing care
A child who has not had a tetanus immunization steps on a rusty nail. The child needs immediate protection from tetanus. Which of the following should be given to the child at this time?
1. Toxoid 2. Antigen 3. Killed virus 4. Passive immunity
When performing a head-to-toe assessment, the nurse should begin by assessing the patient's:
a. support system. b. skin integrity. c. pain level. d. neurological status.
When forming a group that is focused on individual health changes, which of the following is considered a good group size?
a. 1 to 7 b. 8 to 12 c. 13 to 20 d. Greater than 20