A Nurse Is Working with a Patient to Improve Self-Concept

question 8

Multiple Choice

A nurse is working with a patient to improve self-concept using an intervention directed toward self-exploration.Which intervention is best?

• A) Challenging the patient's faulty beliefs
• B) Discussing all possible alternatives and solutions
• C) Creating a climate of acceptance toward the patient
• D) Encouraging the patient to examine behaviors related to a stressor

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Definitions:

Anaesthetic

Substances used to induce anesthesia, temporarily eliminating sensation or pain in a part of the body or the whole body.

Intravenous (IV)

Pertaining to the administration of substances directly into a vein, typically for hydration or the delivery of medication.

Estimated Blood Loss

An estimate of the volume of blood a patient has lost during surgery or due to injury, used to guide treatment decisions.

PACU

Acronym for Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, a specialized care area in hospitals where patients are monitored and recover from the effects of anesthesia after surgery.