NUR 215. Theoretical Foundations
Exam 1
What types of questions or statements are therapeutic? - answer open-ended questions
about their thoughts, feelings, and experiences, as well as validating statements that
show active listening and understanding
What types of questions or statements are nontherapeutic? - answer those that can
hinder open communication, often by giving advice, making judgments, minimizing
feelings, asking leading questions, or probing excessively, essentially preventing a
patient from exploring their own thoughts and emotions freely
examples include "Why are you so upset?", "You shouldn't feel that way", "Everyone
goes through this, it's not a big deal", or "Just cheer up."
What types of nonverbal communication are therapeutic? - answer active listening,
confronting, focusing, making observations, summarizing, silence, clarifying
what types of nonverbal communication are non therapeutic? - answerexcessive eye
rolling, crossed arms, sighing loudly, turning away from the speaker, maintaining a
distant physical space, overly aggressive gestures, and a dismissive facial expression,
essentially any body language that conveys disinterest, judgment, or discomfort to the
other person.
◦ What does autonomy mean? - answerindependence or freedom, as of the will or one's
actions: the autonomy of the individual.
how do we promote veracity? - answerTo promote veracity, which means truthfulness,
you can: prioritize open and honest communication, admit mistakes readily, provide
accurate information, be transparent about limitations, actively fact-check, encourage
critical thinking, and hold yourself and others accountable for upholding truthfulness;
essentially, creating an environment where honesty is valued and expected in all
interactions.
◦ How do we provide advocacy as nurses? - answeracting as the patient's voice,
ensuring they understand their medical condition and treatment options, protecting their
rights, communicating their needs to other healthcare providers, identifying potential
issues in their care, and connecting them to necessary resources within and outside the
healthcare system, all while empowering them to make informed decisions about their
health
, ◦ How do we provide advocacy as nurses? - answerAs nurses, you provide advocacy by
acting as the patient's voice, ensuring their needs and wishes are heard and understood
by the healthcare team, which includes educating patients about their conditions and
treatment options, protecting their rights, identifying potential issues in their care, and
connecting them to necessary resources within and outside the healthcare system, all
while advocating for their safety and well-being.
What's the first thing you should do if the UAP reports abnormal vital signs or blood
glucose? - answerimmediately assess the patient yourself to verify the abnormality and
determine if further intervention is needed; this may include rechecking vital signs or
blood glucose levels, and then notifying the healthcare provider depending on the
severity of the change.
Which tasks can safely be delegated to the UAP or LPN? - answerLPNs
Can perform tasks such as:
-Taking vital signs
-Assisting with hygiene and grooming
-Providing basic wound care
-Administering medications
-Assisting with mobility and ambulation
-Reporting patient status to RNs and doctors
-Following health care plans developed by an RN or a doctor
UAPs
Can perform tasks such as:
-Assisting with activities of daily living and basic patient care
-Helping with tasks such as bathing, dressing, feeding, and toileting
-Providing emotional and support services to patients, their families and other
caregivers
◦ Which tasks cannot be delegated to the UAP or LPN? - answernursing assessments,
medical diagnosis, interpretation of patient data, complex medication administration,
formulating a nursing care plan, evaluation of patient response to care, and any task
requiring critical thinking or professional judgment; essentially, any activity that
necessitates advanced nursing knowledge and decision-making should not be
delegated
What document can help guide delegation by outlining scope of practice? - answerThe
National Guidelines for Nursing Delegation is a joint statement from the National
Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) and the American Nurses Association
(ANA) that outlines the scope of practice for nursing delegation
What is the biggest strategy to promote interprofessional collaboration? -
answercultivate a strong organizational culture that values open communication, mutual
respect, and shared decision-making across all professional disciplines, with a clear
focus on common goals and team-oriented work practices; this can be achieved through
Exam 1
What types of questions or statements are therapeutic? - answer open-ended questions
about their thoughts, feelings, and experiences, as well as validating statements that
show active listening and understanding
What types of questions or statements are nontherapeutic? - answer those that can
hinder open communication, often by giving advice, making judgments, minimizing
feelings, asking leading questions, or probing excessively, essentially preventing a
patient from exploring their own thoughts and emotions freely
examples include "Why are you so upset?", "You shouldn't feel that way", "Everyone
goes through this, it's not a big deal", or "Just cheer up."
What types of nonverbal communication are therapeutic? - answer active listening,
confronting, focusing, making observations, summarizing, silence, clarifying
what types of nonverbal communication are non therapeutic? - answerexcessive eye
rolling, crossed arms, sighing loudly, turning away from the speaker, maintaining a
distant physical space, overly aggressive gestures, and a dismissive facial expression,
essentially any body language that conveys disinterest, judgment, or discomfort to the
other person.
◦ What does autonomy mean? - answerindependence or freedom, as of the will or one's
actions: the autonomy of the individual.
how do we promote veracity? - answerTo promote veracity, which means truthfulness,
you can: prioritize open and honest communication, admit mistakes readily, provide
accurate information, be transparent about limitations, actively fact-check, encourage
critical thinking, and hold yourself and others accountable for upholding truthfulness;
essentially, creating an environment where honesty is valued and expected in all
interactions.
◦ How do we provide advocacy as nurses? - answeracting as the patient's voice,
ensuring they understand their medical condition and treatment options, protecting their
rights, communicating their needs to other healthcare providers, identifying potential
issues in their care, and connecting them to necessary resources within and outside the
healthcare system, all while empowering them to make informed decisions about their
health
, ◦ How do we provide advocacy as nurses? - answerAs nurses, you provide advocacy by
acting as the patient's voice, ensuring their needs and wishes are heard and understood
by the healthcare team, which includes educating patients about their conditions and
treatment options, protecting their rights, identifying potential issues in their care, and
connecting them to necessary resources within and outside the healthcare system, all
while advocating for their safety and well-being.
What's the first thing you should do if the UAP reports abnormal vital signs or blood
glucose? - answerimmediately assess the patient yourself to verify the abnormality and
determine if further intervention is needed; this may include rechecking vital signs or
blood glucose levels, and then notifying the healthcare provider depending on the
severity of the change.
Which tasks can safely be delegated to the UAP or LPN? - answerLPNs
Can perform tasks such as:
-Taking vital signs
-Assisting with hygiene and grooming
-Providing basic wound care
-Administering medications
-Assisting with mobility and ambulation
-Reporting patient status to RNs and doctors
-Following health care plans developed by an RN or a doctor
UAPs
Can perform tasks such as:
-Assisting with activities of daily living and basic patient care
-Helping with tasks such as bathing, dressing, feeding, and toileting
-Providing emotional and support services to patients, their families and other
caregivers
◦ Which tasks cannot be delegated to the UAP or LPN? - answernursing assessments,
medical diagnosis, interpretation of patient data, complex medication administration,
formulating a nursing care plan, evaluation of patient response to care, and any task
requiring critical thinking or professional judgment; essentially, any activity that
necessitates advanced nursing knowledge and decision-making should not be
delegated
What document can help guide delegation by outlining scope of practice? - answerThe
National Guidelines for Nursing Delegation is a joint statement from the National
Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) and the American Nurses Association
(ANA) that outlines the scope of practice for nursing delegation
What is the biggest strategy to promote interprofessional collaboration? -
answercultivate a strong organizational culture that values open communication, mutual
respect, and shared decision-making across all professional disciplines, with a clear
focus on common goals and team-oriented work practices; this can be achieved through
