Which of these statements about an individual's communication style is TRUE?
a. It is learned and can be changed. c. It is primarily aggressive.
b. It is primarily passive. d. It is primarily assertive.
A
Communication styles are learned as people develop and can be changed through life experiences.
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A) The study of governmental and private sector regulations of the environment B) A technological view of strategies for preventing illness and injury C) The recognition that we affect the environment and the environment affects us D) The role of the community health nurse in preventing injury, disease, and illness
An ICU nurse manager noticed a competent nurse has become forgetful and has made medication errors in the past few months. This type of behavior is unusual for this nurse. What action should the manager take?
1. Issue a written warning to the nurse. 2. Meet individually with the nurse to discuss the behavior. 3. Ask other staff members if they have noticed the behavior. 4. Report the nurse to the human resources department.
Which of the following is an accurate definition of impairment?
a. A disadvantage resulting from a disability that prevents fulfillment of an expected role b. A restriction or inability to perform an activity in a normal manner c. An anatomical, mental, or psychological loss or abnormality d. A defect that affects society on a macro level
The Petersons have just lost their home in a fire. An on-call nurse from a community counseling center has been called in to the Emergency Room to help the Petersons with this traumatic event
Which of the following interventions would be a priority for the Petersons at this time? A) Arranging for follow-up therapy B) Completing a family genogram C) Assessing the impact of the loss on their lifestyle D) Arranging for emergency shelter and food supplies