A mother felt very guilty that her baby was born HIV positive. When the nurse suggested the usual DPT and MMR immunizations, the mother was extremely upset. "Don't you know HIV children are immunosuppressed?" she exclaimed
Which of the following would be the nurse's best response?
a. "All children have to have these immunizations before they can attend school."
b. "Being HIV positive, your child is more likely to catch an infection and be very ill if not immunized."
c. "I'm so sorry; I forgot for a moment your child was HIV positive."
d. "The American Pediatric Association requires all health care providers to offer these immunizations to all parents; it is your choice whether or not to accept them."
ANS: B
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A. Gathering baseline data in order to evaluate the patient's individual response B. Managing the toxic effects of the drug C. Identifying the risk for adverse effects from the drug D. Evaluating the expected outcome of the use of the drug E. Assessing the patient's capacity for self-care
During a group session one member accuses another of making fun of him to a nonmember. The other member denies the claim, adding, "I wasn't talking about you at all."
Which response by the nurse would have the greatest therapeutic value to the issue of group confidentiality? a. "I'm very disappointed to hear that confidentiality is not taken seriously by members of this group.". b. "It sounds as though neither of you are acting in a manner that is mutually respectful. What do the rest of you think?" c. "It appears that we need to revisit the guidelines for group meetings. Do we all agree that what is discussed in this group needs to stay in the group?" d. "While there may be times when we are tempted to talk with others about things discussed in group, it is not allowed because it could result in hurt feelings.".
While trying to control aggressive behavior, a client asks an assertiveness training nurse to give an example of an "I statement." Which of the following statements is the best example of this assertive communication technique?
A. "I would like to know why you came home late without calling me." B. "I hate it when you think you can just come home late without calling anyone to let them know where you are." C. "I feel angry when you come home late without calling." D. "I think you don't care about me, because if you did, you'd call me if you were planning on coming home late."
What should a nurse know about American children?
A. Any child under 21 years of age must have parental consent to receive health care. B. Children with significant disabilities are most appropriately institutionalized to maximize their health and well-being. C. Almost one in five children lives in poverty, especially if living with a single parent. D. Since the early 1900s, infection has been the primary cause of death among children.