Asked by Talayeh Shirvanian on Sep 25, 2024
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A client previously diagnosed as psychotic expresses to the nurse that he is seeing spiders climbing up the walls in his room and he is concerned that they will get into his bed. What is the nurse's best response?
A) Ignore his remarks and remain silent when providing care.
B) Express doubt that there are spiders on the wall.
C) Ask the client if he also sees spiders in the day room.
D) Tell the client there are no spiders and he should stop worrying about it.
Psychotic
Regarding a mental state often characterized by a disconnection from reality, which may include symptoms such as hallucinations and delusions.
Day Room
A communal room in a hospital, nursing home, or similar institution where patients or residents can socialize, watch TV, or participate in activities.
- Apply effective communication strategies with psychotic patients experiencing hallucinations.
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LZ
Logan Ziggas3 days ago
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The client is experiencing visual hallucinations. Appropriate care for this client would not include reinforcing his hallucinations, being dismissive of him, or ignoring him. Expressing reasonable doubt is the correct answer.
Learning Objectives
- Apply effective communication strategies with psychotic patients experiencing hallucinations.
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