A nurse is speaking with a newly licensed nurse who reports that they fear a client might be dangerous to others due to the client's diagnosis of schizophrenia. Which of the following types of stigma should the nurse identify as being associated with this fear?
Self
Institutional
Cultural
Public
The Correct Answer is D
Rationale:
A. Self-stigma refers to the internalized negative beliefs a person may have about their own mental illness, not external fears about others.
B. Institutional stigma involves policies or practices within organizations that discriminate against those with mental illness, not individual fears.
C. Cultural stigma refers to societal attitudes and beliefs about mental illness within a specific culture, not individual fears about safety.
D. Public stigma involves widespread negative beliefs and stereotypes about mental illness, which can contribute to fears that individuals with schizophrenia are dangerous to others.
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Correct Answer is D
Explanation
Rationale:
A. The medication administration record is important for verifying the order but should be used in conjunction with the patient’s identification.
B. The order sheet provides the details of the blood product to be administered but is not the primary source for verifying patient identity.
C. The chart includes medical history and orders but does not provide direct patient identification for blood administration.
D. The identification wristband is the primary and most direct method for verifying the patient’s identity to ensure that the correct blood product is administered to the correct patient.
Correct Answer is C
Explanation
Rationale:
A. Reporting the incident to other RNs on the shift does not ensure that the appropriate actions will be taken to address the issue.
B. Agreeing not to report the incident in exchange for the coworker seeking treatment is unethical and does not follow the correct reporting protocol.
C. Reporting the incident to the appropriate person in the chain of communication, such as a supervisor or nurse manager, is the correct course of action. This ensures that the situation is handled according to hospital policy and legal requirements, protecting patient safety and addressing the coworker's substance use disorder.
D. Agreeing not to report the incident if the coworker promises to report themselves is also unethical and fails to meet professional responsibilities.