A Patient Diagnosed with Depersonalization Disorder Tells the Nurse, "It's

question 13

Multiple Choice

A patient diagnosed with depersonalization disorder tells the nurse, "It's starting again. I feel as though I'm going to float away." Which intervention would be most appropriate at this point?

• A) Notify the health care provider of this change in the patient's behavior.
• B) Engage the patient in a physical activity such as exercise.
• C) Isolate the patient until the sensation has diminished.
• D) Administer a prn dose of antianxiety medication.

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Definitions:

Work Processes

The established methods and procedures used to effectively complete tasks and achieve organizational goals.

Functional Structure

An organizational design that groups employees by their similar specialties, roles, or tasks.

Dysfunctional Conflict

A type of conflict that hinders organizational performance, disrupts operations, and negatively impacts the workplace environment.

Poorer Coordination

The ineffective organization and alignment of activities and tasks among members of a group, leading to suboptimal outcomes.