The plan of care for a client who has demonstrated outbursts of physical violence against his family
when frustrated and periods of remorse after each outburst would be considered successful when the
client
a. expresses frustration verbally instead of physically.
b. agrees to seek counseling at a future time.
c. explains the rationale for his behavior to the victim.
d. identifies three personal strengths.
A
Option A indicates that the client has developed a healthier way of coping with frustration. The other
options do not confirm the success of the interventions.
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1. Use the ulnar surface of the hand. 2. Use the dorsal aspect of the hand. 3. Use the fingertips. 4. Use a stethoscope.
The nurse provides footwear and gloves to leprosy clients to prevent trauma to their insensitive and deformed hands and feet. This an example of
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