NURS 432 FA Davis Linda Watson| Interview the Patient | Review

NURS 432 FA Davis Linda Watson| Interview the Patient | Review

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Good afternoon, Ms. Watson. May I check your armband? My name is Pat and I am a Registered Nurse.

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Before any assessments or procedures, the nurse should knock on the door (if applicable) and introduce himself or herself, explain the purpose of the encounter, ensure patient privacy, wash hands, and don appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

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Patient: Yes, I suppose.

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Can you tell me what has been happening lately?

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Encourages the client to express her feelings and identify her concerns.

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Patient: I have just been feeling so bad for so long. I feel as if my life will never get better.

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Why would you decide to try to take your life?

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This question could be seen as judgmental by the client and would not be therapeutic or helpful.

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Patient: There were no other options for me.

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Didn’t you think about what this would do to your family?

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This question could be seen as judgmental by the client and would not be therapeutic or helpful.

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Patient: They would be better off without me.

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Tell me about one stressor that you have that seems overwhelming right now.

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Encourages the client to identify contributing factors.

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