For the past three evenings, shortly after their arrival in the hospital unit, the parents of a 14-year-old daughter begin to argue about the cost of the hospitalization and the time required to come to the hospital
The patient begins to cry and complains about her abdominal pain. What role is the patient assuming? a. Caretaker
b. Martyr
c. Blocker
d. Scapegoat
D
A scapegoat usually assumes the role to maintain homeostasis, serving to divert attention from marital conflict between spouses.
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Which of the following conflict management strategies is considered the most desirable?
1. Win-win 2. Win-yield 3. Win-lose 4. Yield-lose
The nurse is providing care for a client recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Which is the reason for using the Nursing Outcomes Classification (NOC) system when formulating client outcomes when planning care?
A) The NOC looks more professional in the plan of care. B) The NOC allows better nursing communication. C) The NOC facilitates the collection of client care data. D) It would be easier than forming other types outcomes.
A common treatment for a person with Guillain-Barre syndrome is:
1. Broad spectrum antibiotics. 2. Intravenous gamma globulins. 3. Antihistamines. 4. Acyclovir.
The nurse is caring for clients in an extended care facility. Which of the following healthcare facilities belong in this category? Select all that apply
A) Skilled nursing facilities B) Subacute-care facilities C) Medically complex care facilities D) Long-term rehabilitation units E) Hospitals F) Community healthcare clinics