You are nearing the end of your session and your patient wan…
You are nearing the end of your session and your patient wants to jump on the trampoline before going home. This is her typical reinforcer for completing her tasks and she looks forward to it each session. Unfortunately the trampoline is broken today. Give an example of how you could tell her she can’t jump on the trampoline today without using negative words such as “no” or “can’t”.
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Your patient has completed 2 sets of 10 hurdle jumps over a 4 inch hurdle. You noticed the second set was harder as he was fatiguing. After a short rest, you tell him it is time for the last set. He tells you he doesn’t want to do anymore. Describe a strategy you might use to encourage him to complete the last set.
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A nurse has entered the room of a client with cirrhosis and found the client on the floor. The client reports falling when transferring to the commode. The client’s vital signs are within reference ranges and the nurse observes no apparent injuries. What is the nurse’s most appropriate action?
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