A nurse should recognize that clients who have a history of missed or late medical appointments are most likely to espouse which approach to time and orientation?

In planning care for a child diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), which is a realistic client outcome? The client will

The client, a 15-year-old whose father has been suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) since returning from combat, is now seeing a counselor himself with reports of flashbacks that are similar to his father's symptoms. Which of the following interpretations of the client's behavior is supported by evidence?

A nurse practitioner uses cognitive behavior therapy with depressed clients. The nurse asks clients to keep a daily record of dysfunctional thoughts (DRDT). Which of the following are appropriate nursing replies to a client asking about the purpose of this exercise? Select all that apply.

A 30-year-old client seeking therapy states, "My parent cries when she is not included in all my social activities and thinks of my friends as her own.” Which of the following indicates the nurse's description of this family's boundaries?

A family asks why their father is attending activity groups at the long-term care facility. The son states, "My father worked hard all of his life. He just needs some rest at this point." Which is the appropriate nursing reply?

A couple resides in a long-term care facility. The husband is admitted to the psychiatric unit after physically abusing his wife. He states, “My wife is having an affair with a young man, and I want it investigated." Which is the appropriate nursing reply?

A client is accompanied by his spouse to the clinic for rehabilitation after an extensive traumatic brain injury (TBI) from combat. The client's spouse reports feelings of being overwhelmed with the constant care for the injured veteran. Which of the following would be the most appropriate nursing intervention for the caregiver of an injured service member?

A client has recently been placed in a long-term care facility because of marked confusion and inability to perform most activities of daily living. Which nursing intervention is most appropriate to maintain the client's self-esteem?

A nursing instructor is teaching about reminiscence therapy. Which student statement indicates that learning has occurred?

A client reports taking St. John's wort for depression. The client states, “I’m taking the recommended dose, but it seems like if two capsules are good, four would be better!” Which is the most appropriate nursing reply?