Deck 21: Imagery

Question 1

The nurse plans to use imagery as an alternative language when removing a urinary catheter.Which statement,if made by the nurse,would be most appropriate?

A)"Removing a catheter really hurts."
B)"You will not feel anything."
C)"It will be briefly painful."
D)"You may feel a burning sensation."

Answer 1

"You may feel a burning sensation."

Question 2

A nurse attends an education session on effective communication.Which statement,if made by the nurse,indicates an understanding of how imagery may be used to build confidence when communicating with patients and colleagues?

A)"Imagery is most successful if visualizations are ambiguous and constrained."
B)"Imagery will only be effective if individuals are actively involved in the visualizations."
C)"Imagery works because the brain does not discriminate between thoughts and actions."
D)"Imagery is a process of using pictures to remember past events with positive regard."

Answer 2

"Imagery works because the brain does not discriminate between thoughts and actions."

Question 3

Which imagery techniques would improve a nurse's communication skills? Select all that apply.

A)Self-confidence will be improved if the nurse critically reviews communication errors.
B)If the interaction will be stressful,the visualization should be practiced several times.
C)Actual words and actions should be included in visualizations rather than feelings.
D)The nurse should evaluate the effect of imagery on self-confidence after the interaction.
E)Visualize coping with unexpected events that may occur during the interaction.

Answer 3

If the interaction will be stressful,the visualization should be practiced several times.
The nurse should evaluate the effect of imagery on self-confidence after the interaction.
Visualize coping with unexpected events that may occur during the interaction.

Question 4

Which change indicates to the nurse that a patient is responding favorably to using imagery?

A)The patient's blood pressure is better controlled.
B)The patient develops maladaptive coping strategies.
C)The patient's healing time is increased.
D)The patient's immune response is suppressed.

Question 5

The nurse instructs a colleague about how imagery can build confidence when communicating with other health care providers.The nurse determines further teaching is necessary if the colleague makes which statement?

A)"Visualizations are most effective if the focus is on preparation for the encounter."
B)"Before visualization I will clearly determine the desired outcome."
C)"It is important to take three or four deep breaths before using imagery."
D)"If I practice imagery regularly,the technique will be more effective."