When taking a health history on a new client with a somatoform disorder, what is it that is most important to elicit?
A) Any familial diseases
B) Any genetic diseases
C) Any surgical procedures
D) Any pattern of repeated complaints
D
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The wife of a client who was in an MVA reports that she has started running every day, sometimes twice a day, since her husband was hospitalized. This is an example of:
1. Sublimation. 2. Regression. 3. Intellectualization. 4. Compensation.
Mr. Kaye has become septic following a perforated diverticulum. In order to meet his nutritional needs, he should receive
A) a low residue diet with high protein and calorie supplements. B) intermittent enteral feedings. C) continuous enteral feedings. D) total parenteral nutrition (TPN).
There is a radiologic dispersion bomb (dirty bomb) explosion in a subway station. In what order should the nurse deliver patient care at the scene of the explosion?
Choice 1. Begin direct patient care for complaints of fatigue and nausea. Choice 2. Decontaminate clothing of patients. Choice 3. Assess patients for burns and blunt trauma. Choice 4. Evacuate patients from the exposure area.
One benefit of meditation over other forms of behavioral therapy is that meditation
a. Improves communication skills. b. Cures hypertension. c. Does not require memorization. d. Balances insulin and other body hormones.