The nurse in the emergency department is obtaining a medical history from a female patient. Her husband answers the nurse’s questions before the patient can respond. The patient is quiet, trembling, and the nurse notes bruising to her face and arms. How does the nurse proceed?

The nurse in the long-term care facility is assessing a new resident who has Parkinson's disease. The nurse usually explains which group activities are available during the intake interview. Which communication technique is most helpful for the nurse to utilize with this resident?

Which describes a psychiatric advance directive?