Mental Health 2020 B NGN Questions and Answers + Rationale 2023/2024

Mental Health 2020 B NGN Questions and Answers + Rationale 2023/2024 A nurse is monitoring communication between a client who has alcohol use disorder and their partner. Which of the following communication pattern of the client's partner should the nurse identify as being effective? A. "I can never talk to you because you are always drunk." B. "I become very angry when you get drunk." C. "Because of your drinking, we can't have guests in our home." D. "Don't be mad at the kids. It was my fault that the dishes did not get done." - Answer: - B. "I become very angry when you get drunk." The nurse should identify that this statement is an example of a healthy, effective communication pattern. The partner is discussing personal feelings instead of focusing on the client's negative behavior. A nurse is collecting data from a client who has delirium. The nurse should identify which of the following conditions as a predisposing factor for delirium? A. Hepatic failure B. Chronic alcohol use C. Hypertension D. Fluid volume overload - Answer: - A. Hepatic failure Hepatic failure can be a predisposing factor for the development of delirium. Other potential predisposing factors include febrile illness, hypoxia, head trauma, and stroke.