What generally causes a dissociative disorder to develop?

A) severe trauma
B) wanting attention
C) chemical brain disorder
D) birth defect

During an interview, a woman has answered "yes" to two of the Slapped, Threatened, and Throw (STaT) questions. What should the nurse say next?

A) "So you were abused?"
B) "Do you know what caused this abuse?"
C) "I need to report this abuse to the authorities."
D) "Tell me about the abuse in your relationship."

Nondirective interviewing is a useful technique because it:

A) Allows the nurse to have control of the interview
B) Is an efficient way to interview a patient
C) Facilitates open communication
D) Helps focus patients who are anxious

An elderly client has just finished having a tub bath.What is the rationale for draining the water before assisting the client from the tub?

A) Reduces the chance of a fall for the client
B) Provides opportunity to dry the client in the tub
C) Prevents full visualization of skin for assessment
D) Prevents the client from becoming chilled