Which is the initial nursing care intervention for a nurse admitting a patient recently discharged from an inpatient unit into a partial-hospitalization program?
a. Confirming the telephone numbers of all family members listed as approved contacts
b. Identifying the patient's food preferences to best ensure proper nutrition as well as adequate intake
c. Asking the patient to identify any sources of anxiety they are experiencing related to the program
d. Educating the patient to the time and place of the unit activities included in their therapeutic plan of care
C
Support includes the staff's conscious efforts to help patients feel better and improve their self-esteem. It is the unconditional acceptance of the patient, whatever his or her circumstances. The function of support is to help patients feel comfortable and secure and reduce their anxiety. It may take many forms, but it falls under the general heading of paying attention to the patient.
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