The behavior that would be considered inconsistent with the clinical picture of a client who is
becoming increasingly aggressive is
a. pacing.
b. sobbing inconsolably.
c. rigid posture with a clenched jaw.
d. staring with narrowed eyes into the eyes of another.
B
Crying is not cited by experts as a behavior indicating that the individual has a high potential to
behave violently. The other behaviors are consistent with increasing risk for other-directed violence.
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A) Difficulty ambulating B) Ill-fitting dentures C) Lives at home with family D) Receives monthly pension E) Age 83 years
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A. Impaired ability to slide the upper jaw. B. Difficulty swallowing. C. Decreased tongue motion. D. Difficulty speaking. E. Difficulty chewing.
A nurse had a dialogue with a client that focused on the beliefs and values that determine how the client acts and behaves. These beliefs and values are known as which of the following?
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