Asked by Jacob Thelen on Jun 22, 2024

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Which information from a patient's record would indicate marginal coping skills and the need for careful assessment of the risk for violence? A history of

A) academic problems.
B) family involvement.
C) childhood trauma.
D) substance abuse.

Marginal Coping Skills

Refers to barely adequate or less-than-effective strategies for managing stress and life's challenges.

Childhood Trauma

Psychological distress stemming from events experienced during childhood, which can lead to long-term mental and physical health issues.

Risk for Violence

The potential or likelihood of a person to exhibit behaviors that could cause harm to themselves or others.

  • Determine the factors that contribute to violence and aggressive behavior in patients.
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Shamekia ThomasJun 26, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The nurse should suspect marginal coping skills in a patient with substance abuse. They are often anxious, may be concerned about inadequate pain relief, and may have personality styles that externalize blame. The incorrect options do not signal as high a degree of risk as substance abuse.