A Patient Wants to Enroll in a Research Study That

question 8

Multiple Choice

A patient wants to enroll in a research study that involves genetic testing but is worried that if the insurance carrier gets the results, coverage could be denied if the results showed a high risk for developing an expensive health problem.The nurse should explain that:

• A) insurers cannot use research participants' genetic information against them.
• B) research companies would not sell or otherwise share their participants' results.
• C) this is a valid concern and has been the topic of several recent costly lawsuits.
• D) there is legislation pending on this topic, but no law currently addresses this.

Grasp the importance of a strong therapeutic alliance.

Recognize the importance of matching therapy to specific disorders.

Understand the basics of psychopharmacology and its role in treatment.

Identify factors contributing to effective therapeutic outcomes.

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Definitions:

Emotional Arousal

The condition of feeling stimulated to action or strong emotions, such as fear, anger, or excitement.

Self-efficacy

Someone's trust in their own ability to perform actions that lead to defined achievements.

Enhancement Method

Techniques or strategies used to improve a process, product, or service to increase its value or efficiency.

Vicarious Modelling

A learning process that occurs by observing the behaviors, outcomes, and consequences of others’ actions, rather than through direct personal experience.