Title: Which nursing action would best promote the psychiatric stabilization of a patient who is both ... Post by: xox0jenn on Jan 20, 2018 Which nursing action would best promote the psychiatric stabilization of a patient who is both confused and agitated when found wandering barefoot in freezing weather?
a. Place the patient on frequent observation to assess both overall status and potential for harm. b. Anticipate the inclusion of medication therapy in the patient's therapeutic plan of care. c. Interview the patient to obtain information regarding the identification of family and/or caregiver. d. Notify social services that the patient will be in need of both physical and social support resources. Title: Which nursing action would best promote the psychiatric stabilization of a patient who is both ... Post by: rochetboy918 on Jan 20, 2018 A
The priority nursing intervention for such a patient on the inpatient unit would include measures that prevent harm to self or others. |