The Nurse Can "Empower" a Client in Adjusting to the Changes

question 21

Multiple Choice

The nurse can "empower" a client in adjusting to the changes associated with the chronic effects of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus by

• A) explaining that concerns about vision changes are premature at this point.
• B) explaining the pathophysiology of the disease.
• C) informing the client about the different types of insulin.
• D) teaching the client how to minimize complications.

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Definitions:

Treatment Error

A mistake in the diagnosis, treatment, or care of a patient, which can lead to harm or adverse outcomes.

Safety Culture

The shared beliefs, practices, and attitudes that exist within an organization regarding the safety of workers and the workplace.

Malpractice Implications

Legal consequences stemming from a professional's negligence or failure to provide the expected standard of care.

Communication

The act of conveying information or expressing ideas and emotions through verbal, non-verbal, written, or visual means.