A Client Diagnosed with Vascular Dementia Is Discharged to Home

question 9

Multiple Choice

A client diagnosed with vascular dementia is discharged to home under the care of his wife.Which information should cause the nurse to question the client's safety?

• A) His wife works from home in telecommunication.
• B) The client has worked the night shift his entire career.
• C) His wife has minimal family support.
• D) The client smokes one pack of cigarettes per day.

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Definitions:

SASSI-3

The Substance Abuse Subtle Screening Inventory-Third Edition, a psychological screening measure designed to identify individuals with substance dependency issues.

AUDIT Screening

An Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test designed to screen for excessive drinking and identify potential alcohol problems.

Substance Abuse

The harmful or hazardous use of psychoactive substances, including alcohol and illicit drugs, leading to addiction or other negative outcomes.

Dependence

A state in which an individual relies on something or someone for support or survival.