A New Nurse Says to a Peer, "My New Patient

question 5

Multiple Choice

A new nurse says to a peer, "My new patient is diagnosed with bipolar disorder. At least I won't have to worry about suicide risk." Which response by the peer would be most helpful?

• A) "Let's reconsider your plan. Suicide risk is high in patients diagnosed with bipolar disorder."
• B) "Suicide is a risk for any patient diagnosed with bipolar disorder who uses alcohol or drugs."
• C) "The thought processes of patients diagnosed with bipolar disorder are usually too disorganized to attempt suicide."
• D) "Racing thoughts during mania often prompt suicide among patients diagnosed with bipolar disorder."

Learn how to reconcile the petty cash fund by accounting for cash shortages and overages.

Ability to prepare journal entries for petty cash transactions including fund establishment, replenishment, and adjustment.

Understand how various transactions affect the bank reconciliation process including adjustments to both bank and book balances.

Identify the most common types of skin cancer and their characteristics.

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Definitions:

Creativity

Employing creativity or novel concepts in the production of new creations; the ability to innovate.

Stress

The psychological and physical response to certain situations that challenge or exceed an individual's resources or ability to cope.

Task-Oriented

Describes a focus on completing tasks and achieving specific goals, often emphasizing efficiency and productivity.

Relationship-Oriented

An approach or behavior that emphasizes building strong, positive connections with others.