Kaplan and Sadocks Synopsis of Psychiatry Test Bank

Select the best outcome for a patient with the nursing diagnosis: "Impaired social interaction related to sociocultural dissonance as evidenced by stating, 'Although I�d like to, I don�t join in because I don�t speak the language very well.'� Patient will:

Which intervention best reflects the nursing role regarding effective implementation of behavioral therapy goals?

A 70-year-old male has the nursing diagnosis of situational low self-esteem related to forced retirement. Using Maslow�s hierarchy, the nurse is confident the patient is meeting self-worth outcomes when the patient:

A grief support group is held at the local community center to assist persons who are dealing with issues of loss. Which remark by one of the members would the nurse interpret as indicating unresolved feelings of guilt?

Which activities should the nurse evaluate in an assessment of an older patient�s functional status? (Select all that apply.)