Many people with alcoholism and drug addiction become lost in the health care system. A nurse who knows the client's history, environment, support systems, and local treatment programs can offer guidance to the most effective treatment modality
The FRAMES method of intervention includes six elements. One of these is "advice." This entails:
1. Proving a menu of options or choices
2. Providing clear guidance to change risky behavior
3. Providing encouragement and belief in the client's ability to change
4. Emphasizing a person's responsibility for change
ANS: 2
Providing clear guidance to change risky behavior is one of the elements of the FRAMES method of intervention.
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A) Long bones B) Short bones C) Flat bones D) Irregular bones
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1. When a baby spits up frequently. 2. If a baby develops a chronic cough or pneumonia. 3. When a baby has excessive irritability after meals. 4. When a child has a persistent sore throat without illness.
Which diabetic pt is at greatest risk for diabetic foot ulcer formation?
a. 75 yr old african-american male with history of cardiovascular disease b. 53 yr old caucasian female with history of renal insufficiency c. 38 yr old american indian with history of gastric ulcers d. 28 yr old caucasian male with history of chronic kidney disease