The nurse is assigned to provide care for a client admitted with anorexia nervosa
If the goal is to extinguish such habits as purging, hiding food, dieting, and using laxatives in order to increase proper nutritional habits and positive self-affirmations, nursing interventions would MOST likely be based on which form of therapy? a. psychoanalytic
b. electroconvulsive therapy
c. behavioral therapy
d. reminiscent therapy
C
Nursing interventions would most likely be based on behavioral therapy. This form of therapy is based on providing consequences for behavior. Loss of privileges may be a negative consequence and increased privileges and positive feedback are used as positive consequences of behavior.
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The nurse is planning a psychoeducation group for substance abusers and is conducting selection interviews. Which of the following individuals with substance abuse issues would not be an appropriate member?
1. A client who has attended AA meetings in the past 2. A client who has been court ordered to attend group therapy 3. A client who has recently been promoted to district manager 4. A client who is also being treated for a psychiatric illness
The nurse is caring for an older adult client who will undergo surgery in the morning. While assessing the client, the nurse discovers that the client does not have an adequate understanding of the procedure. The nurse discusses the situation with the cha
Which is the reason for the nurse to take action in this situation? A) The client is very old and has multiple health problems. B) The family needs to agree to surgery. C) The nurse witnessed the consent. D) The client has a right to informed consent.
The nurse notes that a client from another culture backs away from the nurse as the nurse approaches the bed. What should the nurse do?
1. Assume the client wants a different nurse 2. Come back at a later time 3. Realize that the client needs more personal space 4. Sit on the bed to indicate friendliness
The nurse is preparing a neurological health seminar for the staff on the unit. Which of the following statements would the nurse include in the teaching plan?
1. Older adults experience fewer accidents and injuries. 2. Alcohol or drug use increases the risk for accidents and injury. 3. Head injuries are more common in adults than children. 4. Epilepsy occurs only in children under age 15.