Question 1 of 5

The nurse discusses smoking cessation with a client. Which action, if taken by the nurse, would most likely result in a behavior change?

A. The nurse should advise the client to contact the national telephone quitline. B. The nurse should recommend nicotine replacement and behavioral interventions. C. The nurse should collaborate with the client to develop an individualized plan of action. D. The nurse should implement a strategy that has been validated by research.

Question 2 of 5

The home health nurse visits a client with heart failure who has increased dyspnea and peripheral edema and weight gain. The nurse suspects the client is not restricting fluids as prescribed. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?

A. Teach the client about the consequences of not following the fluid restrictions. B. Ask the client to report the amount of fluid intake for the past 24 hours. C. Provide the client with sugarless candy or gum to decrease the thirst sensation. D. Consult with the healthcare provider about increasing the dose of the diuretic.

Question 3 of 5

A female nurse discusses a concern related to client care with a male physician. Which communication strategy, if used by the nurse, is most effective?

A. Assume a subservient role to the physician. B. Use a direct approach with succinct sentences. C. Ask questions instead of making recommendations. D. Be polite and expect politeness from the physician.

Question 4 of 5

A young mother who fractured her leg is sobbing with her face hidden behind her hands. She says to the nurse, "I will not be able to work for at least 2 months. Without my job, I cannot pay my bills or take care of my baby. I am alone and do not have anyone to help me." Which response by the nurse accurately conveys empathy?

A. "Why do you think that no one cares about you or will refuse to help you?" B. "I can see that you are hesitant about relying on others because of low self-esteem." C. "You seem worried about how you will be able to take care of yourself and your baby." D. "I am sorry that you are uncomfortable with asking others for help right now."

Question 5 of 5

The HCP should be notified if a normal voiding pattern (e.g., pain free, symptom free) fails to resume within which time period after removal of Mr. B's (bladder cancer) catheter (after the BCG treatment)?

A. 6 hours B. 12 hours C. 3 days D. 1 week

Open-Ended Questions in Nursing Communication

Skildor

ATI RN

ATI RN