Nurse 113 Exam 1

Nurse 113 Exam 1 language deficits Sensory deficits Cognitive impairments Identify impairments of communication Verbal and Nonverbal When considering culture, what are the two forms of communication that you use? Hunger Pain Shortness of breath Nausea Noise level List four factors that relate physical, emotional and environmental factors: Problems: Impaired communication Anxiety Powerlessness Impaired social interaction Social isolation Situational low self-esteem Ineffective coping Defining characteristics: difficulty forming words inability to articulate words Lacking skills in attending listening, or self-expression What are some nursing problem diagnosis? 1) Nurse and patient set goals and determine expected outcomes 2) Set priorities 3) Utilize teamwork and collaboration List the Nursing Planning Process Utilize therapeutic communication techniques during the patient interview Adjust the environment Provide Support