Which Problem Is the Highest Priority for a Family Who

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which problem is the highest priority for a family who has just moved to the United States and does not speak any English?

• A) Risk for acute confusion
• B) Disturbed energy field balance
• C) Impaired verbal communication
• D) Readiness for enhanced decision making

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Definitions:

Parasuicide

A term used to describe a suicide attempt or self-harming behavior that does not result in death, often seen as a cry for help or a way to cope with distressing feelings.

Schizophrenia

A psychotic disorder in which personal, social, and occupational functioning deteriorate as a result of strange perceptions, disturbed thought processes, unusual emotions, and motor abnormalities.

Voices

A common term for auditory hallucinations, particularly in the context of some psychiatric disorders, where individuals hear sounds or voices without external stimuli.

Demoralization

A state of feeling disheartened or lacking in confidence and morale.