The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Has Just

question 10

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client who has just died due to an intentional drug overdose. The client's partner is still in the room but is dry-eyed and exhibiting somber behavior. The nurse should recognize that the partner's behavior is most likely related to which of the following factors?

• A)The partner is waiting to grieve until the client's family can join him.
• B)The partner is seeking support from staff members on the unit.
• C)The partner anticipates that others will find the client's actions socially unacceptable.
• D)The partner is concerned that others may view him as weak if he shows too much emotion.

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Definitions:

Duty to Warn

A legal or ethical requirement to inform others if a person poses a credible threat of danger to themself or others.

Confidentiality

The ethical and legal duty to protect the privacy of information by not disclosing it to unauthorized individuals or parties.

Intramuscular Injection

A method of delivering medication deep into the muscles, allowing the drug to be absorbed into the bloodstream more quickly.

Antipsychotic Medication

A class of drugs used to manage psychosis, including disorders such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, by altering brain chemistry.