The nurse gives an example of a person who is attempting to maintain homeostasis as the newcomer who:
1. joins a local church.
2. buys a new car.
3. stays in his or her apartment watching TV.
4. spends hours writing e-mail to old friends.
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The newcomer who attempt to balance the newcomer status with belonging is an example of homeostasis.
PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Analysis REF: 1236
OBJ: 2 TOP: Homeostasis KEY: Nursing Process Step: Evaluation
MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity
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