1. Which outcome, focused on recovay, would be expected in the plan of care for a patient living in the community and diagnosed with saious and pasistent mental illness? Within 3 months, the patient will: a. deny suicidal ideation.
b. report a sense of well-being.
c. take medications as prescribed.
d. attend clinic appointments on time.

2. In the shift-change report, an off-going nurse criticizes a patient who wears heavy makeup. Which comment by the nurse who receives the report best demonstrates advocacy?
a. This is a psychiatric hospital. Craziness is what we are all about.
b. Lets all show acceptance of this patient by wearing lots of makeup too.
c. Your comments are inconsidaate and inappropriate. Keep the report objective.
d. Our patients need our help to learn behaviors that will help them get along in society.

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