A patient on the hospital's mental health floor has a diagnosis of borderline personality disorder. This patient is very convincing and talks another patient into sneaking out of the unit, "just to see if you can do it
" When confronted about the inappropriate nature of this behavior, the patient states, "Well someone was going to do it if I didn't!" A nurse recognizes this as an example of:
A) Transference
B) Denial
C) Repression
D) Rationalization
D
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Relative risk reduction is most accurately calculated as what?
a. EER + CER b. EER - CER/CER c. EER - CER d. EER/CER
The spouse of a pregnant patient is concerned about the risk of paralysis from an epidural block being used during labor. What should the nurse respond to the spouse's concern?
A) "I have never read or heard of this happening.". B) "The injection is given in the space outside the spinal cord.". C) "An injury is unlikely because of expert professional care given.". D) "The injection is given at the third or fourth thoracic vertebrae so paralysis is not a problem.".
The parents of a preschooler express concern to the nurse about their son's new habit of masturbating. Which of the following is an appropriate response to this concern?
A) Tell the child in a firm manner that this behavior is not acceptable. B) When the child displays this behavior, place him in a "time-out." C) Treat the action in a matter-of-fact manner emphasizing safety. D) Consult a psychotherapist to determine the reason for this behavior.
Capillary refill can be assessed by applying pressure over a nail bed or a(n):
a. bony prominence. b. eyelid. c. mucous membrane. d. femoral vein.