The Nurse Recognizes That a Client's Sense of Personal Control

question 40

Multiple Choice

The nurse recognizes that a client's sense of personal control is most therapeutically impacted when:

• A) The client attends a self-help/support group
• B) The nurse encourages the client to make menu selections
• C) The client views a video on the use of a personal glucose monitor
• D) The nurse provides instructions on a patient-controlled analgesic (PCA)pump

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Definitions:

Clinical Psychologist

A professional who diagnoses and treats mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders through psychological techniques and therapies.

Sadness

A human emotion characterized by feelings of disappointment, grief, or hopelessness.

Lying and Cheating

Behaviors that involve deliberately deceiving others or breaking rules to gain an unfair advantage.

Social Events

Gatherings or activities designed for the purpose of socializing, which can range from small interactions to large public events.