A Client Is Being Prepared for the Delivery of an Intravenous

question 14

Multiple Choice

A client is being prepared for the delivery of an intravenous chemotherapeutic agent.The client asks why the drug cannot be given by mouth.The nurse explains that an advantage to intravenous delivery is that:

• A)It protects the client from environmental infections.
• B)A consistent serum drug level can be obtained.
• C)It is administered outside of the home.
• D)It can protect the veins during administration.

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Definitions:

Basic Anxiety

Basic anxiety is a term coined by psychoanalyst Karen Horney, referring to feelings of helplessness and insecurity that arise from a hostile environment.

Horney

A psychoanalyst known for her theories on neurosis, personality, and her critiques of Freud's views on women.

Neurotic Need

Refers to one of the ten specific psychosocial needs identified by psychoanalyst Karen Horney that individuals may develop in response to anxiety stemming from interpersonal relationships.

Collective Unconscious

A concept in analytical psychology proposed by Carl Jung, referring to the part of the unconscious mind containing memories and archetypes shared among people across cultures and generations.