The Parent of an Adult Who Is Severely and Persistently

question 21

Multiple Choice

The parent of an adult who is severely and persistently mentally ill asks the nurse,"Why are you making a referral to that vocational rehabilitation program? My child won't ever be able to hold a job." Which is the nurse's best reply?

• A)"We make this referral to continue eligibility for federal funding."
• B)"Are you concerned that we're trying to make your child too independent?"
• C)"If you think the program would be detrimental,we can postpone it for a time."
• D)"Most patients are capable of employment at some level,competitive or supported."

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Definitions:

Surgical Procedures

Medical operations involving the cutting of a body to investigate or treat a pathological condition such as disease or injury.

Jagged

Having a sharply uneven surface or outline.

Open Wound

A break in the skin or mucous membrane exposing internal tissue to the external environment.

Loss of Sensation

A reduction or absence of the ability to perceive stimuli through touch, often indicative of nerve damage or neurological conditions.