Which of the following is a nonverbal behavior that enhances communication?
1) Keeping a neutral expression on the face
2) Maintaining a distance of 6 to 12 inches
3) Sitting down to speak with the patient
4) Asking mostly open-ended questions
ANS: 3
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A client is being admitted to rehabilitation. Which type of primary assessment should the nurse make a priority for this client?
1. Level of function 2. Nutritional status 3. Medical condition 4. Insurance provider
Which precaution has the highest priority for instruction of the client going home with thrombocytopenia?
A. "Drink at least 3 liters of fluid each day." B. "Avoid flossing your teeth until platelets return to normal." C. "Avoid drinking alcoholic beverages until your CBC is normal." D. "Avoid the use of salt substitutes that contain potassium chloride."
When giving insulin injections subcutaneously, what area on the abdomen must be avoided and by how many inches of radius?
What will be an ideal response?
A nurse in the clinic has a full appointment schedule. A Hispanic American patient arrives at 1230 for a 1000 appointment. A Native American patient does not keep an appointment at all. What understanding will improve the nurse's planning?
These patients are: a. members of cultural groups that have a different view of time. b. immature and irresponsible in health care matters. c. acting out feelings of anger toward the system. d. displaying passive-aggressive tendencies.