When caring for clients with dissociative disorders, the mental health nurse knows that a trusting and therapeutic relationship with the client must first be established
Why are active listening and communication techniques that encourage verbalization of feelings, conflicts, and information regarding the traumatic events that led to the current dissociative state important parts of this process?
A) Creates a sympathetic relationship with the client
B) Assists the client in accepting advice from the nurse
C) Assists the client to develop personal insight
D) Creates an atmosphere where self-defeating and damaging behaviors are more acceptable
C
You might also like to view...
A 34-year-old woman with a body mass index of 56 has recently started to take orlistat. The nurse has educated the patient about the common adverse effects of this medication, including the potential for diarrhea and flatulence
Which of the following meals would be most likely to exacerbate the adverse effects of orlistat? A) A Cobb salad with romaine lettuce, boiled egg, chicken breast, tomato, and cheese B) A tomato, green pepper, and ham omelet C) A salami, sausage, and pepperoni pizza topped with mozzarella and parmesan D) A bowl of beef chili con carne topped with diced onions
A client who is having difficulty maintaining equilibrium is unable to ambulate without pushing a wheelchair or using a walker. Which part of the ear is not functioning completely based on this assessment data?
1. A. 2. B. 3. C. 4. D.
What immunization is provided to infants at birth?
a. Hepatitis B b. Diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis (DPT) c. Measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) d. Pneumococcal (PCV)
The condition of a client the nurse is caring for rapidly deteriorates. The nurse's physical responses to this situation is predominantly controlled by the:
a. autonomic nervous system. c. sympathetic nervous system. b. central nervous system. d. parasympathetic nervous system.