The nurse entering the field of bereavement counseling determines that the most effective point of intervention for bereavement is:
1. Promotion of mental and spiritual health across the life span
2. At the time a newly discovered loss is impending
3. Immediately after the loss has occurred
4. When requested by the client
ANS: 1
Effective health promotion before stress and loss are most helpful, and option 1 is correct. Op-tions 2, 3, and 4 all provide help around the time of loss, which is helpful but not as effective as long-term help throughout a person's life.
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the case manager tells the student that the SNF will most likely be covered by Medicare if 1. The patient stays longer than 100 days per year. 2. The patient enters the SNF within 60 days of a hospitalization. 3. The patient has been hospitalized for at least 1 day before admission. 4. The patient makes regular progress as documented by medical professionals.
A nurse receives a C-GAS score of 80 from a psychiatrist treating a 10-year-old boy. The findings indicate that:
1. The child has a poor level of functioning and needs a substantial amount of care. 2. The child is at a normal level for his age and should continue with activities that are working. 3. The child is managing his daily life well and reassessment should be done as needed. 4. The child is at considerable risk and should have support systems set in place.
Proprietary agencies are:
1. Exempt from federal income taxes 2. Governed by a board of directors 3. Profit-making agencies 4. Reimbursed primarily by tax funds
A nurse is teaching a patient about the possible adverse effects of oral contraceptives. The nurse evaluates that the patient understands this teaching if which statement is made?
1. "I may experience increased acne while on oral contraceptives." 2. "If I experience chest pain, I will call the clinic immediately." 3. "If I begin to lose more hair than is normal, my dose may need to be adjusted." 4. "Any blurry vision or loss of vision should be reported immediately." 5. "If I notice swelling in my feet, hands, or face, I will notify the clinic."