A nurse on an acute care mental health unit is examining the belongings of a client who is being admitted following a suicide attempt. Which of the following belongings should the nurse ask the client's partner to take back home? (Select All that Apply.)
Nylon socks
Glass framed picture of the client's partner
Lace-up tennis shoes
Cotton underwear
Necklace
Correct Answer : B,C,E
Rationale:
A. Nylon socks are generally not considered a risk for self-harm and can be safely kept with the client.
B. A glass-framed picture presents a risk as the glass could be broken and used for self-harm. This item should be taken home.
C. Lace-up tennis shoes have long laces that could be used for self-harm, making them unsafe for a client at risk of suicide.
D. Cotton underwear does not pose a significant risk for self-harm and can be kept with the client.
E. A necklace could be used for self-harm, such as strangulation, and should be taken home to ensure the client's safety.
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Correct Answer is B
Explanation
Rationale:
A. Harassment involves targeted and persistent mistreatment, which is not the same as the behavior described.
B. Incivility includes behaviors such as interrupting or being rude, which undermines professional communication and respect.
C. Abuse is a more severe and harmful behavior that involves systematic mistreatment, not just disruptive actions.
D. Anger may be involved but does not specifically describe the ongoing behavior of interruption.
Correct Answer is ["A","C","D"]
Explanation
Rationale:
A. Bananas are high in potassium and should be avoided by clients with chronic kidney disease.
B. Green beans are relatively low in potassium compared to other options and do not need to be avoided.
C. Tomatoes are high in potassium and should be limited in the diet.
D. Raisins are high in potassium and should be avoided.
E. Asparagus is not particularly high in potassium and can generally be included in a renal diet.