Question 1

An experienced nurse supervises a novice nurse interviewing a patient.The experienced nurse should intervene if which is observed?&#10;A)The novice nurse uses simple language instead of medical terms.&#10;B)The novice nurse avoids asking the patient &#34;why&#34; questions.&#10;C)The novice nurse leaves the patient without providing feedback.&#10;D)The novice nurse asks mostly open-ended health-history questions.

Accepted Answer

Leaving the patient without providing feedback can create a communication gap between the patient and the nurse. The novice nurse should provide feedback on the information obtained from the patient to convey active listening, show interest, and involve the patient in their care. A, B, and D are acceptable approaches to interviewing a patient and do not require intervention. Using simple language instead of medical jargon is preferred to ensure the patient understands the information. Avoiding "why" questions can prevent the patient from feeling judged or defensive. Asking open-ended health-history questions encourages the patient to provide detailed information.

Question 2

Which technique(s)should be avoided when the nurse questions patients? Select all that apply.&#10;A)Use questions that are worded clearly with words the patient understands.&#10;B)Provide a detailed explanation to introduce the rationale for the questions.&#10;C)Offer the patient options and tell the patient which option is preferred.&#10;D)Avoid asking a patient &#34;why&#34; by rephrasing the question if possible.&#10;E)Ask three to five questions at a time and then allow the patient to answer.

Accepted Answer

Providing a detailed explanation can overwhelm the patient, offering preferred options can bias their response, and asking multiple questions at once can confuse the patient.

Question 3

A nurse is uncomfortable asking patients about their sexual practices and behaviors.It is most appropriate for the nurse to take which action?&#10;A)Avoid asking these questions unless the patient initiates a discussion on sexual behaviors.&#10;B)Practice asking these types of questions in a simulated situation with a colleague.&#10;C)Ask a nurse who is comfortable with these types of questions to interview the patient.&#10;D)Tell the patient that asking sexual questions is difficult and uncomfortable for a nurse.

Accepted Answer

It is important for healthcare providers, including nurses, to be able to assess patients' sexual practices and behaviors as it can impact their overall health and well-being. The best approach for the nurse in this scenario would be to practice asking these types of questions in a simulated situation with a colleague, to become more comfortable and confident in addressing this sensitive topic with patients. Avoiding the topic altogether (Option A) or delegating the task to another nurse (Option C) is not the most appropriate course of action. Telling the patient that asking sexual questions is difficult and uncomfortable for the nurse (Option D) is not professional and may make the patient feel uncomfortable or unsupported.

Question 4

The nurse questions a patient with hypertension before developing a teaching plan.Which question,if asked by the nurse,is most appropriate?&#10;A)&#34;How long have you had hypertension?&#34;&#10;B)&#34;Are you taking any blood pressure medications?&#34;&#10;C)&#34;What do you know about hypertension?&#34;&#10;D)&#34;Do you understand why salt is bad for you?&#34;

Accepted Answer

Asking "What do you know about hypertension?" is the most appropriate question because it assesses the patient's current knowledge level and understanding of their condition, which is essential for developing an effective and personalized teaching plan.

Question 5

A client with metastatic cancer complains of severe,unrelieved pain even though appropriate pain medication has been prescribed.The home care nurse plans to ask the client questions to determine why the pain medication is not working.Which action would be most appropriate if the nurse doubts the client will understand the reason for asking these questions?

A)Avoid asking any questions that might make the client feel uneasy or upset.
B)Inform the client's caregiver to maintain trust in the nurse-client relationship.
C)Tell the client that the questions will help to determine a better plan to control the pain.
D)Refrain from disclosing the reason for asking the questions until the end of the visit.

Accepted Answer

It is important for the nurse to communicate effectively with the client and explain the reason for asking questions. In this case, telling the client that the questions will help to determine a better plan to control the pain is a good way to build trust and rapport with the client. It also ensures that the client understands the purpose of the questions and is more likely to provide accurate and helpful information. Avoiding the questions or refraining from disclosing the reason for asking them may lead to a breakdown in communication and hinder the nurse's ability to effectively manage the client's pain. Informing the client's caregiver may be helpful, but it is not sufficient on its own, and should not replace direct communication with the client.

Deck 13: Asking Questions