The nursing diagnosis Disturbed Personal Identity is identified for a newly admitted patient. Which of the following is an example of an individualized goal for that patient?
a. Distorted Thought Control
b. Anxiety Level
c. Self-Mutilation Restraint
d. No Self-Injury, Consistently Demonstrated
ANS: D
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A) It is based on the participation of clinicians without a team leader. B) It is based on clinicians of varied backgrounds integrating their separate plans of care. C) It is based on communication and cooperation between disciplines. D) It is based on medical expertise and patient preference with the support of nursing.
When a child is hospitalized, one component of their plan of care is the use of therapeutic play. This care is often provided by a(n) _____________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Which nursing action is appropriate for specimen collection?
a. Follow sterile techniques for specimen collection. b. Sterile gloves are worn if the nurse plans to touch the specimen. c. Use standard precautions when handling body fluids. d. Avoid wearing gloves in front of the child and family.
The maternal home care nurse is orienting a new nurse. During orientation, they are discussing maternal psychological adaptations and stressors
Which statement by the maternal home care nurse reflects the correct approach to addressing potential and actual postpartum depression in maternal patients? 1. "Because emotional disorders and imbalances are a very sensitive subject, we try not to offend patients by routinely bringing up the topic of postpartum depression." 2. "For women with a history of depression, we include education about postpartum depression." 3. "Teaching about postpartum depression is a routine part of education for all maternal patients." 4. "If we suspect a woman may have developed postpartum depression, then we provide specialized education about that topic."