A patient checks and rechecks electrical cords related to an obsessive thought that the house may burn down. The nurse and patient explore the likelihood of an actual fire. The patient states this event is not likely. This counseling demonstrates principles of

A) flooding.
B) desensitization.
C) relaxation technique.
D) cognitive restructuring.

A patient informs the nurse that he has the type of diabetes that does not have to do with "blood sugar." The nurse advises the patient to make which dietary change?

A) Drink plenty of fluids throughout the day to stay hydrated.
B) Avoid food high in acid to avoid metabolic acidosis.
C) Reduce the quantity of carbohydrates ingested to lower blood glucose levels.
D) Include a serving of dairy in each meal to elevate calcium levels.

What is known about concept maps as a way to enhance critical thinking?

A) Concept maps can bridge nursing theory and practice.
B) They are most useful in organizing a small amount of information.
C) Information can only be linked together in a linear way on a concept map.
D) Only circular relationships can be depicted to explain phenomena.