Which Documentation of a Patient's Behaviour Best Demonstrates a Nurse's

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which documentation of a patient's behaviour best demonstrates a nurse's observations?

• A) Isolates self from others. Frequently fell asleep during group. Vital signs stable.
• B) Calmer; more cooperative. Participated actively in group. No evidence of psychotic thinking.
• C) Appeared to hallucinate. Frequently increased volume on television, causing conflict with others.
• D) Wore four layers of clothing. States, "I need protection from evil bacteria trying to pierce my skin."

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Definitions:

Hemisphere Specialization

The concept that certain functions are more dominantly handled by one of the two hemispheres of the brain.

Corpus Callosum

A broad band of nerve fibers joining the two hemispheres of the brain.

Logical Functioning

The process of reasoning that involves the systematic and methodical analysis of propositions, statements, or concepts based on established principles and rules.

Emotional Functioning

Pertains to the capacity to experience, express, and manage emotions.