The Principle Most Useful to a Nurse Planning Crisis Intervention

question 14

Multiple Choice

The principle most useful to a nurse planning crisis intervention for any patient is which of the following?

• A) That the patient is experiencing a state of disequilibrium
• B) That the patient is experiencing a type of mental illness
• C) That the patient poses a threat of violence to others
• D) That the patient has high potential for self-injury

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Definitions:

Pharyngeal Phase

A phase in the swallowing process where the bolus is moved from the mouth to the esophagus involving the contraction of pharyngeal muscles.

Esophageal Phase

A phase of swallowing during which the bolus moves from the esophagus into the stomach, involving coordinated muscular contractions.

Voluntary Phase

The initial stage of swallowing controlled consciously, where food is pushed by the tongue into the throat.

Peristalsis

Wave-like muscle movements that transport food through the digestive tract.