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"I know someone who had that same reaction to the drug" is an example of what kind of
answer? - Accurate answers Simple Answer (Not good!)
This is the foundational skill for all aspects of patient care; - Accurate answers
Communication
The belief that one cultures way of doing things is better than all other ways is known
as; - Accurate answers ethnocentrism
a female patient is given information about what to expect postsurgically, smiles and
nods while the nurse is speaking. Given the characteristics of communication by
women, which action should the nurse implement?
A) Assume the Patient understood the information
B) Ask the patient if they have any questions about what has been said
C) Assume the patient agrees with the information
D) Ask the patient to tell what she understood from the nurse - Accurate answers
D)
Mrs T's facial expression looks sad. Tears well up in her eyes, and the corners of her
mouth droop. This is an example of a patient's __________ __________ - Accurate
answers Affective State (Emotions/feeling/tone)
The three types of communication; - Accurate answers - Verbal
- Nonverbal
- Affective (feeling/tone)
SBAR - Accurate answers Situation
Background
Assessment
Recommendation
An atheist patient is terminally ill. How should a nurse approach spiritual issues with the
patient? - Accurate answers -Asking a question like, "What gives you strength
and meaning right now"
-Spiritual assessments ARE appropriate because all people, including atheists, have a
spiritual 'self'