A Patient Tells the Nurse That He Does Not Understand

question 17

Multiple Choice

A patient tells the nurse that he does not understand the surgical procedure the physician told him he needed. What should the nurse do to advocate for this patient?

• A) Contact the physician and ask that the procedure be explained to the patient.
• B) Explain the procedure to the patient.
• C) Document that the patient does not understand the proposed surgical procedure.
• D) Instruct the patient about alternatives to the surgical procedure.

Explore the variability of suicide methods across different cultures and socio-economic contexts.

Analyze historical aspects of suicide and the development of societal perceptions towards it.

Assess the impact of personal and societal crises in triggering suicide.

Examine public memorials and personal narratives as societal responses to suicide.

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Definitions:

Dialectical Behavior

A therapeutic method that combines standard cognitive-behavioral techniques with concepts from Eastern meditation, focusing on acceptance and change.

Marsha Linehan

is recognized for her development of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), a comprehensive cognitive-behavioral treatment for borderline personality disorder.

Cognitive-Behavioral

Relating to a therapeutic approach that addresses dysfunctional emotions, behaviors, and cognitions through a goal-oriented, systematic process.

Mindfulness Behavioral

An approach focusing on cultivating awareness of the present moment, often used in psychological therapies to improve mental health.