The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with an Anxiety

question 10

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient with an anxiety disorder. The patient asks that nurse, "Do you think complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) would help my condition?" Which factors will guide the nurse in helping the patient determine whether a CAM therapy may be beneficial? Select all that apply.

• A) Current treatment regimen
• B) History of use and success of CAM therapy
• C) Assessment of the patient's current level of anxiety
• D) History of patient adherence to a treatment regimen
• E) Assessment of the patient's beliefs regarding CAM therapy

Understand the scope of responsibilities of a human resources department.

Recognize the importance of department managers being knowledgeable about HR practices including compensation, benefits, and EAPs.

Understand the concept and purposes of Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) and why they are beneficial.

Comprehend the reasons behind the outsourcing of HR functions or activities.

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Definitions:

Emotional Conflicts

Situations where an individual experiences two or more conflicting emotions at the same time, leading to confusion or distress.

Insight Therapists

Therapists who focus on helping clients gain awareness of their unconscious thoughts and behaviors to foster healing and change.

Passive Reflection

The act of contemplating or pondering without actively engaging in problem-solving or applying critical thinking.

Previously Unconscious

Refers to thoughts, feelings, or desires that were not in an individual's conscious awareness but have since been brought to attention.