The nurse is participating in a mental health information session at a local health fair. In an effort to reduce the stigma of mental health illness, the nurse promotes the following philosophy:
A)
Mental illness can often be treated in the same way as a physical illness.
B)
People with a mental illness can't help or control their behavior.
C)
Most mental illnesses have a genetic link.
D)
The public should view mental illness as a disability.
A
Explanation:
A)
Many members of the public view mental illness as untreatable. With proper medication and therapy, many people can control their behavior just as a diabetic controls his blood sugar. There can be a genetic link, but not always. Stereotypes such as a disability should be avoided.
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B)
Many members of the public view mental illness as untreatable. With proper medication and therapy, many people can control their behavior just as a diabetic controls his blood sugar. There can be a genetic link, but not always. Stereotypes such as a disability should be avoided.
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Psychosocial Integrity: Coping and Adaptation
C)
Many members of the public view mental illness as untreatable. With proper medication and therapy, many people can control their behavior just as a diabetic controls his blood sugar. There can be a genetic link, but not always. Stereotypes such as a disability should be avoided.
Application
Implementation
Psychosocial Integrity: Coping and Adaptation
D)
Many members of the public view mental illness as untreatable. With proper medication and therapy, many people can control their behavior just as a diabetic controls his blood sugar. There can be a genetic link, but not always. Stereotypes such as a disability should be avoided.
Application
Implementation
Psychosocial Integrity: Coping and Adaptation
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