A psychiatric nurse is caring for a client who was molested as a child. The nurse and client have established a therapeutic nurse–client relationship and communicate effectively
The nurse notes that the client is hesitant about discussing the client's childhood and often attempts to change the subject of the conversation. Resistance, although potentially present in all stages, is most often found in which phase of the nurse–client relationship?
A) Pre-interaction
B) Orientation
C) Working
D) Termination
C
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The psychiatric home care nurse makes visits a Hispanic client being treated for depression. The
client greets the nurse with a smile and eagerly offers to make coffee. The nurse initiates a handshake, politely refuses the coffee so as not to make work for the client, and suggests they talk about how the client is doing. During the session the nurse notes the client seems less spontaneous in affect and becomes more withdrawn. In analyzing the situation the nurse should correctly conclude that a. the client is experiencing rapid cycling. b. the client may feel rejected by the nurse. c. the nurse has broached a taboo topic. d. social touch is inappropriate for Hispanic clients.
Standards of nursing practice are developed within the profession to describe practice and establish the minimum level of safe practice. The purpose of standards of nursing practice can include:
a. helping to ensure that nurses are competent and safe to practice. b. serving as a guide for nurses providing care. c. determining whether the actions of nurses accused of malpractice are consistent with reasonable expectations. d. all of the above.
The unit policy is that the nurse with the least seniority is required to float to understaffed units. Is this the best policy?
1. Yes, the most senior people should be required to manage their home unit. 2. No, this policy is against most corporate philosophy. 3. No, generally the most capable and efficient person should be floated. 4. Yes, having choice in these matters is a benefit of longevity in the facility.