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Question 1 of 5

The nurse manager of a psychiatric unit notices that one of the nurses commonly avoids a 75-year-old client's company. Which of the following factors should the nurse manager identify as being the most likely cause of this nurse's discomfort with older clients?

A. Fears and conflicts about aging.

B. Dislike of physical contact with older people.

C. A desire to be surrounded by beauty and youth.

D. Recent experiences with her mother's elderly friends.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Fears and conflicts about aging.

Question 2 of 5

A client with a history of angry outbursts is learning to identify triggers. Which activity should the nurse recommend?

A. Keeping a journal of anger-provoking situations.

B. Practicing yoga daily to reduce tension.

C. Avoiding all stressful environments.

D. Taking a walk when feeling calm.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Keeping a journal of anger-provoking situations.

Question 3 of 5

The clinic nurse notices bruising at multiple stages of healing on a two-year-old. The nurse also sees two burns on the toddler's trunk. What would be the most appropriate action for the nurse to take?

A. Confront the child's parent(s)/caregiver(s)

B. Call the local authorities or the designated state-specific child abuse hotline

C. Recheck the child after two weeks

D. Call the health care provider (HCP)

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Call the local authorities or the designated state-specific child abuse hotline

Question 4 of 5

A psychiatric unit reports increased client aggression. Which intervention should the nurse manager implement first?

A. Increase security personnel on the unit.

B. Conduct staff training on de-escalation techniques.

C. Revise the unit's restraint policy.

D. Install surveillance cameras in common areas.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Conduct staff training on de-escalation techniques.

Question 5 of 5

The friend of a client with depression and suicidal ideation asks the nurse, 'How should I act around her?' Which of the following responses by the nurse is best?

A. Try to cheer her up.'

B. Be caring and genuine.'

C. Control your expressions.'

D. Avoid asking how she's feeling.'

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Be caring and genuine.'

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