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What is a goal of psychologically preparing a patient ofr intravenous therapy?
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Provide the patient with an understanding of what the ordered therapy entails.
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Which of the following is an essential component of the patient's IV therapy teaching plan?
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Limitations or restrictions imposed as a consequence of the therapy.
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What factor could directly escalate the degree of anxiety a patient experiences when receiving IV therapy?
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Misguided concept that IV therapy is only administered to critically ill patients.
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Which of the following factors are identified as affecting a patient's personal psychological resources?
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Previous experience with illness and pain, family relationships, relationship with health care team.
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Which of the following signs and symptoms are typical of vasovagal reaction consequential to patient stress?
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Vasoconstriction, syncope, and diaphoresis.
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Dependent, regressive behavior exhibited by an IV therapy patient is often a consequence of what condition?
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Psychological stress.
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Which of the following factors is identified as generating noncooperation in an IV therapy patient?
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Alteration in patient's mental status secondary to chronic brain syndrome.
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Which of the following are considered appropriate nursing considerations when caring for an uncooperative IV therapy patient?
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Closely monitor patient status and use safety mittens when indicated.
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