Consider the sorting algorithms that we discussed in this co…
Consider the sorting algorithms that we discussed in this course. If you need to sort an array where the elements are nearly in order already, which algorithm would potentially perform faster in this scenario? Select one answer.
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A 15-year-old patient, Jake, has been admitted to a mental health unit. He has been rebellious toward staff and has difficulty following rules of the unit. Jake refuses to participate in group therapy and is often alone in his room. During interactions with the nurse, Jake states, “I don’t need to be here. No one understands me, and I don’t care about what any of you have to say.” Match each nurse’s response to whether it is an example of therapeutic or non-therapeutic communication. “I can see you’re feeling angry and frustrated. Could you tell me more about what’s making this experience hard for you?” [answer1] “You shouldn’t feel that way. You are only focused on the negative. Being here is for your own good.” [answer2] “Are you trying to be difficult? If you don’t follow the rules, it will be harder for you here.” [answer3] “I’d like to understand how you’re feeling and I am here to listen when you’re ready.” [answer4] “I understand this must be tough, but no one will help you if you keep shutting them out.” [answer5]
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A client with schizophrenia is participating in a medication teaching session. The nurse notes: The client reports auditory hallucinations “whisper occasionally”. The client maintains eye contact intermittently and answers questions with brief responses. The client demonstrates mild psychomotor retardation. The client states “medication makes me feel foggy”. Which teaching strategy would be most effective?
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