A Factory Abruptly Closes During Hard Economic Times

question 11

Multiple Choice

A factory abruptly closes during hard economic times.Six weeks later,an office worker has not received a single call-back from a prospective employer.He cannot sleep,is irritable,does not want to interact with his family or peers,paces frequently,and spends several hours most days alone in a local bar.Bills are piling up.He has given up applying for jobs.Which nursing intervention would be most important at this time?

• A) Explore his feelings supportively and guide him to focus on one concern at a time.
• B) Discuss ways to improve mood and reduce anxiety,such as exercise and interaction.
• C) Help him apply for financial assistance such as food stamps and utility reductions.
• D) Work with patient and family to assure that any guns have been removed from the home.

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