To provide useful clues about causes of disorders, which strategy was used in the Epidemiologic Catchment Area Study?
a. random assignment of subjects to treatment groups
b. meta-analysis of past studies of mental illness
c. subgroups with high and low rates of mental illness
d. only those who had been newly diagnosed with mental illness in the past year were surveyed
C
To provide useful clues about causes of disorders, subgroups with high and low rates of mental illness were included. Residents in institutions (including nursing homes, psychiatric hospitals, and prisons) were included. The rarer disorders were thought likely to occur more commonly among institutionalized individuals.
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a. "I know exactly how you feel. My husband and I divorced 2 years ago because of his infidelity." b. "Divorcing my husband was the best thing I ever did." c. "I have friends who have gone through a divorce. It must be difficult for you." d. "I am sorry that you have to go through this difficult time."
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A) Marked change in behavior B) Feelings of sadness C) Moodiness D) Withdrawn
The nurse is caring for a patient who has successfully undergone cancer therapy and will be discharged home soon. The patient is concerned about going home and not knowing what to do
Which information is the most valuable for the nurse to share with the patient? a. The nurse will develop a plan of care that will tell exactly what needs to be done. b. If any issues arise, call the health care provider and follow the instructions. c. Proper cancer treatment has been provided, and nothing else is required. d. There is a team that will provide support and care that may be needed.
Which of the following nursing responses would indicate an empathetic approach to a client who is depressed over recent losses in her life?
1. "I lost my job and family all in one month and continued working." 2. "I lost my parents last year and still feel sad." 3. "Tell me more about what you are feeling." 4. "Let's not focus on sad topics today."