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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Naxlex Comprehensive Predictor Exams
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Correct Answer is ["0.2"]
Explanation
Calculation:
10 mg/mL concentration →
Needed: 2 mg
2 mg ÷10mg/mL
= 0.2mL
Correct Answer is D
Explanation
A. Coping ability
This is important but not a priority immediately post-op.
B. Surgical dressing
Should be assessed, but airway and tube patency are more urgent.
C. Bowel sounds
Not a priority immediately post-op; expected to be decreased due to anesthesia.
D. Patency of NG tube
Ensures gastric decompression, prevents aspiration, and supports post-op recovery.
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