A nurse is caring for a client who is struggling with alcohol overuse. Which of the following statements would be appropriate for the nurse to make?
"Try to be patient and allow yourself more time to reach recovery."
"You could try to stop all at once to get moving towards recovery."
"You should probably stop socializing outside your home."
"Maybe someone at your homeless shelter can tell you how they quit drinking."
The Correct Answer is A
A. "Try to be patient..."
Encouraging self-compassion is therapeutic and promotes realistic recovery expectations.
B. "You could try to stop all at once..."
Not safe-sudden cessation can lead to withdrawal symptoms.
C. "You should probably stop socializing..."
Social isolation is not encouraged in recovery.
D. "Maybe someone at your homeless shelter..."
Assumes client’s housing status and may be judgmental or stereotyping.
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Correct Answer is A
Explanation
A. Middle adult male who is diaphoretic and reports epigastric pain
Diaphoresis and epigastric pain can be atypical signs of an MI and require immediate evaluation.
B. Adolescent female who is belligerent and has slurred speech
Could be intoxicated, but not the most urgent.
C. Young adult with painful sunburn
Discomforting but not life-threatening.
D. Toddler with a forehead laceration screaming
Needs attention but is likely stable; crying indicates airway and consciousness are intact.
Correct Answer is D
Explanation
A. Nursing entrepreneur
Refers to nurses starting their own businesses-doesn’t apply here.
B. Professional collaborator
Works with interdisciplinary teams-not the key role in this outreach activity.
C. Political advocate
Focuses on legislative change-not specific to clinic workshops.
D. Educator
Teaching at a clinic to improve access to healthcare is a clear educator role.
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