The nurse is caring for a patient with a major mental illness who is experiencing distress. The nurse suggests that the patient join a support group for patients with the disease. How can the group setting bring comfort to the patient?
Select all that apply.
1. Discussing individual goals
2. Confronting unhealthy ideas
3. Addressing physical symptoms of the disease
4. Receiving support from others with the disease
5. Addressing issues of stigma and dysfunctional beliefs
Answer: 2, 4, 5
Explanation: In some cases, connectedness and being a part of a group can help to increase hope. Often this happens when individuals receive support from others living with mental illness or by confronting unhealthy ideas or ways of living. Hope may also occur in the group setting by addressing issues of stigma and dysfunctional beliefs. Typically the group setting does not focus on individual goals or physical symptoms of the disease.
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