A patient has been prescribed an antipsychotic agent to relieve psychotic symptoms. Which of the following goals of care is the priority?
A) The patient will demonstrate independent health maintenance.
B) The patient will interact therapeutically with peers.
C) The patient will participate in activities of daily living.
D) The patient will remain safe.
D
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Safety is a priority over other goals. Goals such as participation in ADLs, health maintenance, and participation in relationships are valid, but safety is a priority.
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The nurse is using wet-to-moist dressing to debride a client's decubitus ulcer. Which of the following types of debridement is the nurse employing?
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