A patient is most likely to perceive that a nurse is unwilling to share information or that the nurse feels superior to the patient when the nurse
a. interrupts the patient. c. is talkative.
b. uses medical jargon. d. asks multiple questions.
B
The use of medical jargon can be seen by the patient as unwillingness to share or an attempt to hide information, or it can give the impression that the nurse feels superior to the patient and is unwilling to engage in collaboration or mutual problem solving.
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A) dim the lights on sunny days B) remove lampshades to provide more light C) place dark patterned rugs on stairs D) use supplementary lamps near work
The nurse is planning care for a patient with chronic pain. Which pain control goal would be most appropriate for this patient?
A. Reduce the sympathetic stress response. B. Reduce the focus on pain. C. Be completely pain-free. D. Improve patient outcomes.