A recently hired graduate nurse has overheard a nurse and patient joking. The graduate nurse voices concern to the preceptor, stating, "I don't think the nurse is being respectful of the patient's diagnosis by telling jokes."
What response by the preceptor is indicated? 1. "I am inclined to agree with you.".
2. "You should not eavesdrop on a private conversation.".
3. "The nurse and patient were engaged in therapeutic communication.".
4. "You are too inexperienced to understand the interaction you overheard.".
3
Rationale: The nurse and patient were engaging in humor. Humor can be used to lighten the moment and is associated with positive patient outcomes. There is not enough information to assume the interaction was inappropriate. The nurse should not be criticized, as there is no indication of misconduct. While the nurse may be inexperienced, this is an opportunity to make the graduate nurse aware of the potential of humor.
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