During a psychoeducational group on stress management, a client asks about meditation. Which nursing statement is most accurate regarding meditation?
A) "It is a procedure whereby various muscle groups are contracted and relaxed, bringing about an overall sense of relaxation."
B) "The procedure is one whereby you use your imagination to reduce tension in the body."
C) "The purpose is to become aware of one's bodily processes, such as blood pressure and pulse, and to bring them under conscious control."
D) "The goal is to gain mastery and control over one's attention, bringing about a special state of consciousness."
D
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a. Cultural factor b. External variable c. Socioeconomic factor d. Internal variable
Which statement is true regarding a standing order?
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People with disabilities are special and should be treated differently from other patients
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