The Nurse Is Interviewing a Patient Who Claims to Be

question 20

Multiple Choice

The nurse is interviewing a patient who claims to be in the middle of a crisis situation.The nurse should: (Select all that apply.)

• A) determine the patient's view of the situation.
• B) be aware that denial is never a coping mechanism for people in crisis.
• C) point out that the patient is repeating information and ask him to stop.
• D) assess for the potential for suicide/homicide.
• E) assess coping mechanisms and support systems.

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