The nurse observes a client scheduled for an invasive procedure crying while discussing the pro-cedure with a family member. Which of the following therapeutic nursing interventions would be the most caring?
1. Arranging for the client's clergy to visit
2. Inquiring, "Why is your sister crying?"
3. Providing a detailed explanation of the procedure
4. Offering to "sit and talk" if the client has any questions
ANS: 4
Knowing who clients are helps you select caring approaches that are most appropriate to the cli-ents' needs. For that reason, focus on building a relationship that allows you to learn what is im-portant to your clients.
While arranging for clergy to visit may be comforting to some clients, the nurse must first ‘know' the client to determine if it would be appropriate and then ask the client if they wish clergy to visit.
While asking someone why the client is crying may get to the root of the crying, it does not aid directly in the nurse-client relationship that will help in the development of a caring relationship built on the nurse ‘knowing' the client.
While offering to answer questions may help minimize the client's fear, it will be effective only after the nurse ‘knows' the client well enough to determine that the crying is a result of an insuf-ficient understanding of the proposed procedure.
You might also like to view...
The nurse is evaluating a patient's laboratory results. Based upon the laboratory findings, what results will cause the release of an antidiuretic hormone (ADH)?
A) Increased serum sodium B) Decreased serum sodium C) Decrease in serum osmolality D) Decrease in thirst
"________________" is an important communication tool that is a helpful technique in defusing and calming a person that is excited and or having mental problems in a crisis type situation.
A. Using assertive tones in your voice B. Listening C. Using body language indicating you will not tolerate dangerous behavior D. None of the above
The skin is a mirror of human ________, which reveal themselves through blushing, paleness, and rashes.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
An older Chinese woman refuses to perform the range-of-motion and breathing exercises required after a surgical procedure. She also is hesitant to undertake her own hygienic care and grooming
The nurse who is culturally aware recognizes that which of the following may be true for this client? a. She is dependent on health care professionals. b. She relies on family members to assist with her care. c. She lacks motivation to participate in self-care. d. She is in denial of traditional medical treatment.