When Implementing Nursing Care for a Patient with a Diagnosis

question 27

Short Answer

When implementing nursing care for a patient with a diagnosis of syphilis, the nurse must take into consideration the disease process. Rank in correct sequence the stages of the disease process.
A) Appearance of a chancre and regional enlargement of lymph nodes
B) Localized development of gummas
C) Asymptomatic period
D) Skin rash on palms and feet

• A) Appearance of a chancre and regional enlargement of lymph nodes
• B) Localized development of gummas
• C) Asymptomatic period
• D) Skin rash on palms and feet

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Definitions:

Reflections of Affect

Techniques used in counseling to mirror or validate the emotional experiences of a client.

Complex Reflections

The process of deeply understanding and considering multiple aspects and possible interpretations of a situation or statement.

Simple Reflections

Basic expressions or restatements of what someone has said, used to show understanding or clarify communication.

Reflections with a Twist

A reflective practice that incorporates a novel or unconventional perspective into traditional reflection processes.