Practice Question
A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a recent diagnosis of a chronic condition and is exhibiting findings of ineffective coping. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
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Correct Answer:
Determine if the client has a support system.
Rationale:
♦️ The first step in addressing ineffective coping is to assess whether the client has a support system to help manage the stress of a chronic condition.
♦️ Knowing if family, friends, or community resources are available provides insight into the client’s coping resources.
♦️ Scheduling mental health consults or providing coping information are important but should come after assessment.
♦️ Encouraging support group attendance is beneficial but depends on client readiness and available support.
♦️ Prioritizing assessment aligns with nursing process principles to provide individualized care.
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This question is from ATI PN Fundamentals~2023 Exam 5 which contains 53 questions.
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Question Details
- Category: LPN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: LPN ATI Exams
- Domain: Fundamentals of Nursing
- Answer Choices: 4