A Premenopausal Client Tells the Nurse That She Is Not

question 7

Multiple Choice

A premenopausal client tells the nurse that she is not looking forward to menopause because it means her life is over. When the nurse asks what she means by this statement, the client says, "I can't imagine that anyone will have much use for an old woman who can't have children anymore." Based on this statement, which nursing diagnosis would most likely be appropriate for the client at this time?

• A)Ineffective Sexuality Pattern
• B)Deficient Knowledge
• C)Situational Low Self-Esteem
• D)Disturbed Body Image

Understand the roles and responsibilities of legal entities and professionals in prosecuting criminal cases within the healthcare system.

Grasp the legislative process and the creation of federal and state laws affecting healthcare.

Recognize the ownership, privacy, and management of medical records.

Identify legal and ethical standards for modifying medical records and the reporting of certain medical conditions.

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Definitions:

High-Context Culture

A cultural orientation where communication is largely implicit, meaning is derived from context, gestures, and expressions rather than explicit words.

Explicit Statements

Information expressed in a clear and detailed manner, leaving no room for confusion or interpretation.

Ethical Dilemma

A situation where a person must choose between options that are or seem to be equally morally correct or incorrect.

Industrial Espionage

The act of illegally obtaining trade secrets or confidential information about a company's competitors for competitive advantage.