The therapeutic environment remains consistent and predictable because of
1. setting limits.
2. maintaining discipline.
3. administering medications.
4. maintaining a friendly atmosphere.
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Limit setting allows the therapeutic environment to be consistent and predictable.
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A patient in intensive care with acute tubular necrosis from a toxic ingestion has been started on renal replacement therapy. The family expresses concern that the patient will not be able to afford dialysis after discharge from the hospital
In responding to the family, what should the nurse consider? A) The family is in crisis and unable to respond rationally. B) Toxic acute tubular necrosis has a higher likelihood of complete healing. C) Since the patient is currently oliguric, renal replacement therapy is indicated. D) The patient is unlikely to survive this illness, so the cost of long-term dialysis is not an issue.
It is important that the nurse communicates effectively when caring for older adult clients. Which of the following guidelines promote effective communication?
A) avoiding periods of silence while communicating B) changing the subject if the nurse begins to feel emotional about a subject C) speaking loudly because most older clients are hard of hearing D) asking for clarification if what the client is trying to say is not understandable
Which of the following is an example of a school-aged child's meeting psychosocial development tasks? The child:
1) Wants to show off the latest trick he can do on his bike. 2) Becomes interested in friendships with the opposite sex. 3) Starts to see the value of making good decisions. 4) Wants to buy the same jacket his friend has.
Which of the following items is associated with tightening the cardiac sphincter?
1. Alcohol 2. Peppermint 3. Chocolate 4. Protein