A client with severe mental illness who lived on the streets before his most recent hospitalization
will be discharged to a shelter until other housing can be arranged. The advantage of placement in
the shelter is the provision of
a. privacy.
b. a safe environment.
c. freedom to do as he pleases.
d. supplemental Social Security income.
B
The shelter will provide a safer environment than living on the street. Options 1, 3, and 4: Shelters
do not provide a great deal of privacy or autonomy, and they do not secure SSI for clients.
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1) Refrains from hitting a friend. 2) Plays cooperatively with friends. 3) Is able to develop friendships. 4) Is able to express his feelings.
The nurse is providing medications to a client. After identifying the client, the nurse should take which action?
1. Inform the client as to the intended action of the medication. 2. Administer the drug. 3. Document that the drug was provided. 4. Evaluate the effectiveness of the drug.
Newman conceptualized human health as a conscious experience following a pattern of:
a. order and disorder b. severe spikes and flat troughs c. unpredictability d. concern and lack of concern
The nurse was caring for a 17-year-old pregnant girl. Among other areas of discussion, the nurse reviewed the normal process of labor and delivery. What is sharing such information before the young woman is in labor called?
A. Anticipatory guidance B. Obstetrical care C. Postpartum care D. Prenatal care