A client diagnosed with borderline personality disorder who is self-mutilating has been admitted to the inpatient medical unit. Which of the following interventions would take priority for this client?
A) Identify the triggers of acting-out behaviors.
B) Develop a no-harm contract.
C) Explain the rules of the unit.
D) Encourage the client to participate in unit activities.
B
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A) The concentration of a substance in plasma B) Details about the size of the organ and its location C) The functioning of endocrine glands D) The client's blood sugar level
In the fifth stage, __________, dying clients accept their fate and make peace spiritually and with those to whom they are close
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
An infectious agent that has invaded its host and found conditions hospitable will replicate until it can be shed. Which indicates that an infection is in the incubation period?
A) Shed pathogens without any disease symptoms B) Before shed of pathogens C) Shed of the pathogen agent D) Disease symptoms first appear.
The nurse is conducting a routine health assessment of a 3-month-old boy and notices a flat occiput. The nurse provides teaching and emphasizes the importance of tummy time. Which response by the mother indicates a need for further teaching?
A) "I should have him sleep on his tummy." B) "I need to watch him during his tummy time." C) "I need to change his head position while he is in an upright chair." D) "His head has flattened due to the pressure of his head position."