The patient is admitted with chronic anxiety. Which action is most appropriate for the nurse to take?
a. Focus on finding quick remedies for the anxiety.
b. Realize that the patient's only goal is relief of the anxiety.
c. Look at how anxiety influences the patient's ability to function.
d. Help the patient realize that there is little hope of relief from anxiety.
ANS: C
Do not just look at the patient's anxiety as a problem to solve with quick remedies, but rather look at how the anxiety influences the patient's ability to function and achieve goals established in life (not just anxiety relief). Mobilizing the patient's hope is central to a healing relationship.
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a. is linear in nature. b. is dynamic and cyclic. c. requires care plans to be re-evaluated occasionally. d. does not allow care plans to be modified.
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A) Arrange for a volunteer to read inspirational essays to the patient B) Do not challenge the patient's decision or attempt to change his mind C) Pray that the patient will come to recognize his need for spiritual support D) Talk with the hospital chaplain about looking in on the patient without talking about religion
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Leave the patient alone. Greet the patient and gently touch the patient's shoulder. Make good eye contact and sit next to the patient. Do necessary work and leave without speaking. Ask the patient about any concerns and listen to complaints patiently.