A Terminally Ill Client Is Reporting a Sense of Anxiety

question 23

Multiple Choice

A terminally ill client is reporting a sense of anxiety and dyspnea.The nurse's initial intervention is to:

• A) Assess the client's vital signs and administer the prescribed antianxiety medication
• B) Determine the cause of the client's dyspnea and provide both emotional and physical support
• C) Position the client in a semi-Fowler's position and provide supplemental oxygen via nasal cannula
• D) Remain with the client and encourage him to express the concerns he is experiencing regarding his death

Identify current research approaches in cognitive development emphasizing genetic and brain activity.

Differentiate between assimilation and accommodation in cognitive development.

Recognize different models and theories of cognitive development beyond Piaget, including information processing and Erikson’s psychosocial theory.

Understand the cognitive perspective and its emphasis on mental processes.

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Definitions:

Heuristics

Mental shortcuts or "rules of thumb" that simplify decision making, but can sometimes lead to biased or inaccurate judgments.

Native Language

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Color Words

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Pragmatics

The branch of linguistics that studies how context contributes to meaning, including the use of language in social situations and the interpretation of utterances.