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Certified Nursing Assistant Exam Prep

Category - Pyschosocial Care

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A client in the day room is having a panic attack. The nursing assistant should:
  1. Tell the client to take deep breaths.
  2. Have the client talk about the panic attack.
  3. Encourage the client to verbalize feelings.
  4. Ask the client about the cause of the panic attack.
Explanation
Answer: A - During a panic attack, the nursing assistant should remain with the client and help the client change the bodily response, for example bytaking deep breaths. During an attack, the client is unable to talk about anxious situations (Choice B) and isn’t able to address feelings, especially uncomfortable feelings and frustrations (Choice C). While having a panic attack, the client is also unable to focus on anything other than the symptoms, so the client won’t be able to discuss the cause of the attack (Choice D).
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