NUR 256 Exam 1 | Mental Health Nursing | Therapeutic
Communication, Psychopharmacology, Legal/Ethical Issues,
Patient Rights, Developmental Stages (Erikson) |
Comprehensive Study Guide
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SUBJECT COURSE FOCUS
Mental Health / Psychiatric Nursing NUR 256 Exam 1 (Mental Health) Therapeutic Communication,
Psychopharmacology, Legal/Ethical
Issues, Patient Rights,
Developmental Stages, Restraints,
Mandatory Reporting
Question 1
What is the therapeutic communication technique "Offering Self"?
CORRECT ANSWER
Making oneself available to the patient.
RATIONALE
• Offering self demonstrates willingness to spend time with the patient and shows caring.
• Examples include "I'll sit with you awhile" or "I'm interested in what you think."
• This technique helps build trust and therapeutic rapport.
, Question 2
What is the therapeutic communication technique "Giving Broad Openings"?
CORRECT ANSWER
Clarifies that the lead is to be taken by the patient. The nurse discourages pleasantries and small
talk.
RATIONALE
• Broad openings allow the patient to direct the conversation and express concerns freely.
• Examples include "What would you like to talk about today?" or "Tell me what you are thinking."
• This technique encourages patient autonomy and self-expression.
Question 3
What is the therapeutic communication technique "Restating"?
CORRECT ANSWER
Repeating the main idea expressed by the patient.
RATIONALE
• Restating shows the nurse is listening and validates the patient's message.
• Example: Patient says "I can't sleep," nurse responds "You have difficulty sleeping."
• This technique encourages the patient to elaborate further.
Communication, Psychopharmacology, Legal/Ethical Issues,
Patient Rights, Developmental Stages (Erikson) |
Comprehensive Study Guide
Latest 2026/2027 Update | 100% Correct Verified Answers | Grade A Guaranteed – Nursing Program
SUBJECT COURSE FOCUS
Mental Health / Psychiatric Nursing NUR 256 Exam 1 (Mental Health) Therapeutic Communication,
Psychopharmacology, Legal/Ethical
Issues, Patient Rights,
Developmental Stages, Restraints,
Mandatory Reporting
Question 1
What is the therapeutic communication technique "Offering Self"?
CORRECT ANSWER
Making oneself available to the patient.
RATIONALE
• Offering self demonstrates willingness to spend time with the patient and shows caring.
• Examples include "I'll sit with you awhile" or "I'm interested in what you think."
• This technique helps build trust and therapeutic rapport.
, Question 2
What is the therapeutic communication technique "Giving Broad Openings"?
CORRECT ANSWER
Clarifies that the lead is to be taken by the patient. The nurse discourages pleasantries and small
talk.
RATIONALE
• Broad openings allow the patient to direct the conversation and express concerns freely.
• Examples include "What would you like to talk about today?" or "Tell me what you are thinking."
• This technique encourages patient autonomy and self-expression.
Question 3
What is the therapeutic communication technique "Restating"?
CORRECT ANSWER
Repeating the main idea expressed by the patient.
RATIONALE
• Restating shows the nurse is listening and validates the patient's message.
• Example: Patient says "I can't sleep," nurse responds "You have difficulty sleeping."
• This technique encourages the patient to elaborate further.
