The Nurse Is Caring for a Complex Patient Needing Physical

question 21

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a complex patient needing physical and emotional support. As the primary care giver, the nurse:

• A) is ultimately responsible for assessment of patient needs and progress.
• B) delegates to people who know what they are doing and operate independently.
• C) provides total care to the patient after getting direction from other disciplines.
• D) understands that the patient is ultimately responsible for failure or success.

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Definitions:

Interpretive Symbolic Perspective

A theoretical approach that views society through the symbols and meanings individuals ascribe to objects, events, and behaviors.

Social Constructionism

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Consensual Validation

The process of seeking confirmation from others that one's own perceptions and beliefs are correct.

Group Decision Making

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