A Patient Was Arrested for Breaking Windows in the Home

question 22

Multiple Choice

A patient was arrested for breaking windows in the home of a former domestic partner. The patient's history also reveals childhood abuse by a punitive parent, torturing family pets, and an arrest for disorderly conduct. Which nursing diagnosis has priority?

• A) Risk for injury
• B) Ineffective coping
• C) Impaired social interaction
• D) Risk for other-directed violence

Differentiate between ethical and legal issues in a business context.

Comprehend the concept of social responsibility and its impact on society.

Recognize the types and consequences of unethical behavior in business.

Identify the role of legislation in promoting ethical business practices.

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Definitions:

Imaginary Audience

A cognitive bias commonly found in adolescents, where they believe their behavior is the focus of others' attention more than it actually is.

Analytic Thought

A cognitive process that involves breaking down complex information or problems into smaller, more manageable parts to understand and solve them.

Intuitive Thought

A cognitive process that involves knowing or understanding something without the involvement of rational or logical thinking.

Egocentrism

A cognitive trait where an individual has difficulty understanding or assuming any perspective other than their own.