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Chapter 1 — Evolution of Nursing Thought & Action
Wilkinson’s Fundamentals of Nursing, 5th Edition (Treas, 2024)
Question 1
The nurse is caring for a patient who expresses fear before an upcoming surgery.
The nurse sits quietly, listens attentively, and allows the patient to verbalize
feelings without interruption. Which aspect of nursing does this most clearly
demonstrate?
a. Administering medications safely and correctly
b. Explaining diagnostic results using medical terminology
c. Providing emotional support through therapeutic presence
d. Accurately documenting intake and output
ANS: C
Client Need: Psychosocial Integrity
Cognitive Level: Application
Concept: Caring
Difficulty: Moderate
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Chapter 1 — Evolution of Nursing Thought & Action
Wilkinson’s Fundamentals of Nursing, 5th Edition (Treas, 2024)
Question 1
The nurse is caring for a patient who expresses fear before an upcoming surgery.
The nurse sits quietly, listens attentively, and allows the patient to verbalize
feelings without interruption. Which aspect of nursing does this most clearly
demonstrate?
a. Administering medications safely and correctly
b. Explaining diagnostic results using medical terminology
c. Providing emotional support through therapeutic presence
d. Accurately documenting intake and output
ANS: C
Client Need: Psychosocial Integrity
Cognitive Level: Application
Concept: Caring
Difficulty: Moderate
