A person diagnosed with a serious mental illness enters a shelter for the homeless. Which intervention should be the nurse's initial priority?
a. Find supported employment.
b. Develop a trusting relationship.
c. Administer prescribed medication.
d. Teach appropriate health care practices.
ANS: B
Basic psychosocial needs do not change because a person is homeless. The first step in caring for health care needs is establishing rapport. Once a trusting relationship is established, the nurse pursues other interventions.
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