TEST BANK FOR NURSING INTERVENTIONS AND CLINICAL SKILLS 6TH EDITION BY PERRY Chapter 02: Communication and Collaboration

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Chapter 02: Communication and Collaboration 1. The nurse interviews a female patient during admission. Which observation by the nurse identifies congruency in the patient’s communication? a. As... serts she is eager to answer questions while reading a magazine b. States that she wants information while frequently changing the subject c. Asks the nurse to explain a surgical procedure while listening intently d. Explains that she is relaxed while continuously shifting in her chair 2. The nurse is interviewing a patient about his health history. Which statement by the nurse is most likely to result in effective patient communication? a. “I’m not sure why you’re here. Can you explain it to me?” b. “Tell me about things and people that are important to you.” c. “Tell me more about your pain. Where does it start?” d. “If you think it’s important, I’ll try to notify the provider.” 3. After a male patient receives a diagnosis of a fatal disease, he expresses sadness and states that he does not know what to do next. Which is the most effective response by the nurse to facilitate communication? a. Ask the patient what he finds comforting in his life. b. Reassure the patient that his family will take care of him. c. Refer the patient to a church for spiritual counseling. d. Tell the patient that hospice care is available immediately. 4. A female patient sobs uncontrollably when talking about the recent death of a pet. Which response should the nurse implement to best provide for her immediate needs? a. Sit with the patient quietly and allow her to cry. b. Provide tissues and promise to come back later. c. Ask why the patient is upset over the pet’s death. d. Encourage her to describe the day she got her pet. [Show More]

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