Asked by Life as Antonio on Sep 25, 2024
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A 23-year-old male veteran of the war in Iraq is admitted with a diagnosis of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) following his arrest for destroying his girlfriend's apartment. This is not his first angry outburst resulting in destruction of property. Which interventions by the nurse will be most helpful to this patient? (Select all that apply.)
A) Allow opportunities for him to express his anger.
B) Provide patient and family teaching regarding PTSD.
C) Tell the patient that hurting himself will solve nothing.
D) Report him to the authorities.
E) Exhibit a nonjudgmental attitude.
F) Reassure him that everything will be all right.
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
A mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event, leading to severe anxiety, flashbacks, and other symptoms.
Angry Outburst
A sudden and intense expression of anger, which can be verbal or physical and might be triggered by stress or frustration.
Nonjudgmental Attitude
A stance characterized by openness and acceptance, refraining from forming premature judgments based on personal biases.
- Recognize and implement effective nursing interventions for patients with PTSD.
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Kelsey Christensen1 day ago
Final Answer :
A, B, E
Explanation :
Allowing appropriate opportunities for him to express his anger will help him learn how to control his emotions or express them in a socially acceptable manner. Providing education to the patient and family will help them learn why he behaves the way he does and how to prevent or redirect his anger. Options C, D, and F are nontherapeutic in that they undermine the nurse-patient relationship. Being nonjudgmental in interactions with patients is a basic tenet of developing a therapeutic relationship.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize and implement effective nursing interventions for patients with PTSD.