What Is the Rationale for Establishing a Contract with a Patient

question 6

Multiple Choice

What is the rationale for establishing a contract with a patient with an eating disorder at the beginning of treatment?

• A) The patient and nurse form a coalition that is difficult for the family to disrupt.
• B) A team approach to planning therapy ensures that physical and emotional needs will be met.
• C) Patient involvement in decision making increases the sense of control and promotes cooperation.
• D) Permission for refeeding is essential because this measure has the potential for negative effects.

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Definitions:

Complete Delivery

The successful delivery of all items or components of an order to the customer as expected.

Honest Pricing

A pricing strategy that openly displays the true cost of goods or services without hidden fees or misleading discounts.

Replenishment Time

The duration required to refill inventory or stock, from the moment an order is placed until its receipt and readiness for sale or use.

Lead Time

The amount of time that elapses between the initiation of a process and its completion. In supply chain management, it often refers to the time from placing an order to its delivery.