The Parent of an Adult Diagnosed with Severe and Persistent

question 8

Multiple Choice

The parent of an adult diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illness asks the nurse, "Why are you making a referral to that vocational rehabilitation program? My child won't ever be able to hold a job." Which is the nurse's best reply?

• A) "We made this referral to maintain eligibility for federal funding."
• B) "Are you concerned that we're trying to make your child too independent?"
• C) "If you think the program would be detrimental, we can postpone it for a time."
• D) "Most patients are capable of employment at some level, competitive or supported."

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