When attending a staff meeting, a nurse is participating in what type of communication

Promising patient something you cannot deliver such as saying you'll be just fine

Mr. Edmondson has always prided himself in maintaining good health and is consequently shocked at his recent diagnosis of type 2 diabetes. The nurse has asked Mr. Edmondson, "How do you think your diabetes is going to affect your lifestyle?" The nurse has utilized which of the following interviewing techniques?

Open-ended question Explanation: The nurse's question allows for a wide range of responses and encourages free verbalization, characteristics of a useful open-ended question. Validating questions allow the nurse to confirm what was previously said, while closed questions necessitate a "yes" or "no" answer. A reflective question or comment repeats what the patient has recently said

A nurse gives a speech on nutrition to a group of pregnant women. What is the speech itself known as?

A nurse is performing a wet to dry dressing change on a client's abdomen. During this intervention the nurse is communicating with the client in the:

A nurse is preparing to enter a client's room to perform wound care. The shift report revealed that this client has a tunneling wound in the sacral area that cannot be staged. The wound was also documented as having a foul odor. The nurse is nervous because she has not performed wound care on a complex wound in the past. Using effective intrapersonal communication, this nurse should:

styles of communication don't fit together. ex: patient says he'll do something with an attitude. 

Confidently expressing what you think, feel and believe while respecting the rights of others to hold different views

A dialysis nurse is educating a client on caring for the dialysis access that was inserted into the client's right arm. The nurse assesses the client's fears and concerns related to dialysis, the dialysis access, and care of the access. This information is taught over several sessions during the course of the client's hospitalization. What phase of the working relationship is best described in this scenario?

Which guideline should a nurse use when choosing a position (location) in relation to a client during a verbal interaction?

Take note of the client's cues when choosing a position and act on these cues

A nurse communicating with a client states, “I will be changing your dressing, but we have plenty of time to talk first.” She is already wearing sterile gloves and a mask and is busy working with her back to the client. The nurse is conveying a (an

A client with a cardiac dysrhythmia was recently prescribed metoprolol (Lopressor) and is at a follow-up appointment at the cardiologist's office. The client tells the nurse, "I feel depressed, tired, and I have no desire to exercise." To determine a cause-and-effect relationship, the nurse should ask:

were you tired and depressed before taking the medication?

A nurse suspects that a client may have a hearing problem. The nurse should attempt to consult:

A nurse is asking a colleague about a situation. Which of the following statements demonstrates assertive communication?

i think there is a better way to handle this

A nurse is having problems communicating with a client. Which statement by the nurse would open up the most dialogue with the client?

you are back from your therapy? tell me all about it

A nurse who “unblocks” and “clears” congested areas of energy in a patient’s body to promote comfort is applying the phenomenon known as:

The nursing instructor is discussing communication with a student. The student identifies that a contract is made with the client during which phase of the nurse-client relationship?

A 70-year-old female client had a cholecystectomy four days ago. The client's daughter tells the nurse, "My mother seems confused today." Which question would be best for the nurse to ask in order to assess the client's orientation?

what day of the week is today?

Nurses use social media to share ideas, develop professional connections, access educational offerings and forums, receive support, and investigate evidence-based practices. What is an example of the proper use of social media by a nurse?

A nurse administers intravenous fluids to a client diagnosed with dehydration. After the fluids are completed the client's blood pressure is increased and pulse is decreased. During the final phase of the nursing process, what should the nurse do?

determine if the prescribed treatment was effective

A nurse enters a client's room to complete an admission history. The nurse will convey interest in the client's story if the nurse:

sit at the clients bedside and face them

A nurse during orientation notices that the preceptor gives all subcutaneous injections on a 45-degree angle. When the new nurse asks the preceptor the rationale for the practice the preceptors states, "This is how I do it, and this is how you will do it." The new nurse recognizes this behavior to be:

A nurse is attempting to calm an infant in the nursery. The nurse responds to the highest developed sense by

swaddling the newborn and gently stroking its head

A nurse has been caring for a client who suffered a myocardial infarction two days ago. During the morning assessment, the nurse asks the client how he or she feels. Which of the following scenarios warrants further investigation?

the client states i feel fine

male client has always prided himself in maintaining good health and is consequently shocked at his recent diagnosis of diabetes. The nurse has asked the client, "How do you think your diabetes is going to affect your lifestyle?" The nurse has utilized which of the following interviewing techniques?

Care provided to a client following surgery and until discharge represents which phase of the helping relationship?

When attending a staff meeting, a nurse is participating in what type of communication?

small group communication

A nurse is caring for a client who presents with a skin infection. While obtaining the patient's medical history, it is determined that the client is an intravenous drug abuser. To foster effective communication, the nurse should:

remain honest, open, and frank.

A client arrives at an emergency department after experiencing several black, tarry stools. The nurse will develop a cause and effect by:

asking the client if he or she has recently taken ferrous sulfate (iron) or bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto Bismol).

In a helping relationship, the nurse would most likely perform what action?

Establish communication that is continuous and reciprocal

When attending a staff meeting a nurse is participating in which of the following types of communication in quizlet?

Which type of communication would the nurse use while interacting with the patient?

What are the 4 types of communication process?

What are the 3 types of communication that we use to interact with each other?