A nurse is reviewing new prescriptions for a client. The nurse should identify that which of the following abbreviations used by the provider indicates "to administer medications before meals"?

Explanation:

A. Arrange referral for family therapy to deal with home stressors:

While family therapy may be beneficial for addressing home stressors, it is not the first step when there is a suspicion of physical abuse. The priority in cases of suspected abuse is to ensure the client's safety and to report the suspicion to the appropriate authorities.

B. Follow the agency's guidelines for reporting suspected abuse:

This is the correct action to take first. Nurses are mandated reporters, and they must follow their agency's protocols and legal requirements for reporting suspected abuse. Reporting ensures that the client's situation is investigated promptly, and appropriate interventions are implemented to protect the client.

C. Check the bruises at the next visit to the client's home:

Delaying action and waiting until the next visit to check the bruises is not appropriate in cases of suspected abuse. Immediate action is necessary to address the safety of the client. Suspected abuse should be reported promptly to the relevant authorities for investigation.

D. Institute more frequent visits to the client's home:

Increasing the frequency of visits may not address the immediate safety concerns of the client if abuse is suspected. While increased monitoring may be necessary in certain situations, reporting the suspicion of abuse and initiating appropriate interventions should take precedence.

Explanation:

A. Spirituality decreases feelings of depression:

This statement is generally accurate. Many studies and anecdotal evidence suggest that spirituality can have a positive impact on mental and emotional well-being, including reducing feelings of depression and providing a sense of peace and comfort.

B. Spirituality increases feelings of hopelessness:

This statement is not typically supported by research or clinical observations. Spirituality often fosters feelings of hope, meaning, and purpose, which can counteract feelings of hopelessness commonly experienced by individuals facing end-of-life challenges.

C. Spirituality increases the desire to hasten death:

There is limited evidence to support this statement. In fact, spirituality often provides individuals with a sense of resilience, acceptance, and coping mechanisms that may reduce the desire to hasten death. However, individual beliefs and experiences can vary widely.

D. Spirituality decreases quality of life:

This statement is generally inaccurate. For many individuals, spirituality enhances quality of life by providing a sense of meaning, connection, and comfort, especially during challenging times such as end-of-life care.