When the nurse uses the technique of reflecting, what is its most important therapeutic value?
A) It discourages "yes" or "no" answers.
B) It encourages the patient to explore the meaning of his/her statement.
C) It enhances the patient's trust in the nurse.
D) It increases the patient's interest in the nurse's advice.
B
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The client comes to the outpatient clinic and says to the nurse, "I'm so worried about my diagnosis of diabetes. My aunt died from it." Which of the following responses by the nurse demonstrates the use of therapeutic communication?
1. "We have many new treatments for diabetes today." 2. "I will ask the doctor to prescribe an anti-anxiety medication for you." 3. "Yes, diabetes is a scary disease. You have every reason to be worried." 4. "You're concerned that you are going to die like your aunt?"
A newly admitted client asks, "Why do we need a unit schedule? I'm not going to these groups. I'm here to get some rest." Which is the most appropriate nursing response?
1. "The purpose of group therapy is to learn and practice new coping skills." 2. "Group therapy is mandatory. All clients must attend." 3. "Group therapy is optional. You can go if you find the topic helpful and interesting." 4. "Group therapy is an economical way of providing therapy to many clients concurrently."
A client has frequent bouts of laryngitis. When assessing the client the nurse should specifically ask questions regarding the presence of
a. a family history of idiopathic hoarseness. b. frequent upper respiratory tract infections. c. gastroesophageal reflux disorder. d. a history of stomach cancer.
When administering opioid drugs, the nurse should have an opioid antagonist readily available in case the client experiences which effects?
1. Nausea and vomiting 2. Hyperventilation 3. Hypoventilation 4. Hypovolemia