A patient getting a divorce is concerned about managing financially and emotionally. Which aspect of Caplan's stress and loss theory is this patient demonstrating?
A. Reduced problem-solving ability
B. Living without the assets and guidance
C. Psychic pain
D. Emotional turmoil
Answer: B
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Why do some researchers believe data regarding health behaviors may be inaccurate in relation to men?
a. Men are not socialized to tell the truth when interviewed. b. Men do not know when they are ill. c. Most of the data are collected about and from women. d. Most of the data are collected by women.
A nurse who provides care on the palliative unit of a large teaching hospital has been working with an older adult client who is dying of lung cancer with liver metastases and has generated good rapport with both the client and his family
Which of the following statements best exemplifies a holistic approach to nursing care? A) "Our goal is to keep you pain-free to the best of our ability, so don't hesitate to request additional pain medications.". B) "I will raise the possibility of palliative radiation treatment when your oncologist is next in.". C) "I'm wondering what feelings you have around being at this stage of your life.". D) "I'll make sure that both the social worker and physical therapist come by in the next day or so.".
The nurse plans to emphasize which of the following guidelines in her presentation:
a. Setting limits will make children feel secure b. Establish rules for safety by 2 years of age c. Constant criticism will help bring about the desired change in behavior d. Yelling will help get the child's attention
A patient in a therapeutic group expresses resistance by stating, "I need to drop out of this group because I don't think I'm getting enough from it.". Which outcome would be most appropriate for this patient?
a. The patient stays in the group and works out problems. b. The patient leaves the group and enters individual therapy. c. The patient stays in the group but enters long-term psychotherapy. d. The patient leaves the group and enters one that provides more one-on-one time.