The nurse is assessing a patient who has been diagnosed with a serious mental illness. For which reason should the nurse use a timeline during this assessment? (Select all that apply.)
1. It can be used to evaluate the success of nursing interventions.
2. It can be used as both an assessment tool and an intervention.
3. It can be used to identify significant events across the lifespan.
4. It involves the patient in providing historical information.
5. It helps the patient gain perspective on problems that have not been resolved.
2. It can be used as both an assessment tool and an intervention.
3. It can be used to identify significant events across the lifespan.
4. It involves the patient in providing historical information.
5. It helps the patient gain perspective on problems that have not been resolved.
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a. Ascending b. Descending c. Transverse d. Sigmoid
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A) Discuss cultural norms with clients' families. B) Explore the resources in Online Learning Activities. C) Read journals and other references. D) Utilize organizations listed at the end of chapters. E) Write teaching materials in prominent local languages.
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