Care for a patient with a fracture involves all of the following goals except
A) controlling pain.
B) preventing or reducing edema.
C) maintaining good alignment of fractured bone.
D) enhancing range of motion of fractured bone.
D
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1. Professional title 2. Reimbursement for services 3. Definition of a profession 4. Cost of tuition
A client has been diagnosed with an anxiety disorder. Which of the following would be considered a long-term outcome?
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The nurse is planning care for a male patient who is homeless and diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Based on a wellness model, which service would support this patient's sociological domain?
1. Medication monitoring 2. Housing assistance 3. Nutrition counseling 4. Individual psychotherapy