When a Terminally Ill Client Expresses a Need "For Something

question 5

Multiple Choice

When a terminally ill client expresses a need "for something more to help me cope with the pain," the nurse bases the recommendation of meditation on which principle concerning this alternative therapy?

• A) It is efficient and usually takes less than 5 minutes to implement.
• B) It has been shown to decrease anxiety and depression.
• C) It improves cognitive abilities.
• D) It has been known to eliminate emotional distress.

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Definitions:

Ratio Analysis

A financial analysis tool used to evaluate relationships among financial statement items to assess a company's performance and financial health.

Current Ratio

A liquidity ratio that measures a company's ability to pay short-term obligations using its current assets.

Ratio Manipulation

Ratio manipulation is the practice of altering financial figures or ratios in a company's financial statements in order to present a more favorable image of its financial health or performance.

Financial Leverage

The use of borrowed funds to increase the potential return on investment, amplifying both gains and losses.