A nurse identifies that a client is in Phase 2 of the developmental stages of a crisis. Which symptoms should the nurse anticipate when caring for this client?
A) The individual may try to view the problem from a different perspective, or even to overlook certain aspects of it.
B) Cognitive functions are disordered, emotions are labile, and behavior may reflect the presence of psychotic thinking.
C) The client has developed anxiety.
D) Feelings of confusion and disorganization prevail.
D
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1. avoidant. 2. odd or eccentric. 3. attention seeking. 4. a lack of trust in others.
The authority making it illegal for employers to encourage or discourage membership in a union is the ____
a. American Nurses Association b. Legal Information Institute c. National Federal Employer Board d. National Labor Relations Act
Which statement is correct regarding the use of ipecac?
a. Ipecac is the drug of choice when an unknown poison has been ingested. b. Ipecac is the safest agent to use when the patient is obtunded. c. When used, ipecac should be administered within 1 hour of the poisoning. d. Ipecac is useful when corrosive acids have been ingested.
The point the nurse should stress in giving home instructions to the client regarding home care following carpal tunnel release surgery is
a. flex and extend the fingers every 4 hours while awake. b. notify the physician if part of the hand becomes cold or tingly. c. restrict lifting for 2 weeks. d. wear a splint for 24 to 48 hours.