Using a Behavioral Approach,which Nursing Intervention Is Most Appropriate When

question 15

Multiple Choice

Using a behavioral approach,which nursing intervention is most appropriate when caring for a client diagnosed with borderline personality disorder?

• A) Seclude the client when inappropriate behaviors are exhibited.
• B) Contract with the client to reinforce positive behaviors with unit privileges.
• C) Teach the purpose of antianxiety medications to improve medication compliance.
• D) Encourage the client to journal feelings to improve awareness of abandonment issues.

Distinguish between practical and emotional support in patient recovery.

Grasp the concept of social support and its forms.

Recognize cultural influences on adherence to medical advice.

Understand the challenges in accurately measuring patient adherence.

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Definitions:

Plan of Care

A detailed, individualized program designed to meet the specific health needs of a patient, outlining the goals of treatment, required medical interventions, and expected outcomes.

Plan of Care

A comprehensive, structured approach to treating a patient that outlines the interventions and expected outcomes for their health issues.

Individualize

To tailor or adapt something to suit the specific needs or characteristics of an individual.

Involve

To include or engage someone or something as a part of a process or activity.