To Motivate a Frustrated Stroke Patient Who Is Learning to Walk

question 27

Multiple Choice

To motivate a frustrated stroke patient who is learning to walk again,the most effective motivational intervention the rehabilitation nurse could make is to:

• A)show short movies on ambulation techniques.
• B)observe the patient while in physical therapy.
• C)arrange a visit with another stroke victim who has learned to ambulate.
• D)encourage a 1-week break from therapy, which will help the resident come back refreshed.

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