A patient with a dissociative disorder was missing for two weeks and returned home, not knowing any time had passed. Which condition associated with dissociative disorders should the nurse identify that this patient experienced?

1. Fugue
2. Amnesia
3. Alexithymia
4. Derealization


1. Fugue

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While discussing the Nutrition Facts label with a community diet and nutrition class, the nurse talks about the percent daily value. What is the Percent Daily Value (%DV) listed on the Nutrition Facts label based on?

A) Percentage of carbohydrate, protein, and fat B) 2000-calorie diet C) 150-pound individual D) Serving size of 1 cup

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Which clinical skills used to conduct a mental status examination are most relevant to establishing rapport?

a. Clarification and restatement b. Information giving and feedback c. Systematic inquiry and organization of data d. Attentive listening, observation, and focused questions

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An employee is showing deficiencies in the technical skills involved in everyday nursing care. Which of the following is the first step in terminating this employee?

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