A nursing diagnosis formulated for a client with bulimia nervosa was ineffective coping related to
feelings of loneliness and isolation, as evidenced by use of overeating as a comfort measure
followed by self-induced vomiting.
The outcome related to this nursing diagnosis is that within 2
weeks the client will
a. appropriately express angry feelings.
b. verbalize two positive things about self.
c. verbalize the importance of eating a balanced diet.
d. identify two alternative methods of coping with loneliness and isolation.
D
The outcome of identifying alternative coping strategies is most directly related to the diagnosis of
ineffective coping. The other options are outcomes that might be used for other nursing diagnoses.
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a physical examination? a. Washing one's hands after removing gloves is not necessary, as long as the gloves are still intact. b. Hands are washed before and after every physical patient encounter. c. Hands are washed before the examination of each body system to prevent the spread of bacteria from one part of the body to another. d. Gloves are worn throughout the entire examination to demonstrate to the patient concern regarding the spread of infectious diseases.
Which questions would assist the nurse in developing self-awareness when working with clients who have cognitive disorders? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. How do the clients with cognitive disorders feel about working with me? 2. How do I feel about working with clients with cognitive disorders? 3. What do the clients like about working with me? 4. How can I help the client who is confused? 5. What frustrates me about working with them?
A nurse is caring for a child who was admitted to the pediatric unit with infectious diarrhea. The nurse should be alert to what assessment finding as an indicator of dehydration?
A) Labile BP B) Weak pulse C) Fever D) Diaphoresis
When teaching students about schizophrenia, the nursing instructor tells the students that medication is often successful in diminishing:
A) Positive symptoms. B) Memory deficits. C) Disorganized thinking. D) Curiosity.