A client in group therapy is restless. His face is flushed and he makes sarcastic remarks to group members. The nurse responds by saying, "You look angry." The nurse is using which technique?
A. A broad, opening statement
B. Reassurance
C. Clarifying
D. Making observations
Answer: D. Making observations
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The mother of a child with acute laryngotracheobronchitis (LTB) asks why her child must be kept NPO. The nurse explains that:
a. the epinephrine given causes nausea and vomiting. b. the child is being hydrated with IV fluids. c. swollen respiratory passages make eating difficult. d. the child's rapid respirations pose a risk for aspiration.
A nurse provides teaching for a patient with cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis who will receive the ganciclovir ocular implant (Vitrasert). Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?
a. "My vision may be blurred for 2 to 4 weeks after receiving the implant." b. "Surgical placement of the implant is an outpatient procedure." c. "The implant will remain in place permanently." d. "The implant will slow progression of CMV retinitis."
A patient states, "I can't go to therapy everyday. I can't miss that much work. They will fire me and then how will I provide for my family?" Which is the most appropriate nursing diagnosis?
A) Ineffective Role Performance B) Caregiver Role Strain C) Denial D) Interrupted Family Process
________ should be used as a placeholder to the left of the decimal point when there is no whole number.
A. A 5 B. A zero C. Nothing D. A 1