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NURS 172 Exam 1 | 50 Questions | With Complete Solutions______________ refers to a nurse's behavioral and emotional
response to a client. These responses may be related to
unresolved feelings toward significant others from the nurse's
past. Correct Answers countertransference
A _____________ is a collection of individuals whose
association is founded on shared commonalities of interest,
values, norms, or purpose. Correct Answers Group
A client diagnosed with PTSD related to a rape is admitted to an
inpatient psych unit for eval and medication stabilization. Which
therapeutic communication technique might a nurse use that is
an example of "broad openings"?
1. What occurred prior to the rape and when did you go to the
ED?
2. What would you like to talk about?
3. I notice you seem uncomfortable discussing this.
4. How can we help you to feel safe during your stay here?
Correct Answers 2. What would you like to talk about?
A client exhibiting dependent behaviors says, "Do you think I
should move from my parent's house and get a job?" Which
nursing response is most appropriate?
1. It would be best to do that in order to increase independence
2. Why would you want to leave a secure home?
3. Lets discuss and explore all of your options
4. Im afraid you would feel very guilty leaving your parents
Correct Answers 3. Lets discuss and explore all of your options
, A mother rescues two of her four children from a house fire. In
an ED, she cries, "I should have gone back in to get them. I
should have died, not them." What is the nurse's best response?
1. The smoke was too thick. You couldn't have gone back in.
2. You're experiencing feelings of guilt, because you weren't
able to save your children.
3. Focus on the fact that you could have lost all four of your
children.
4. It's best if you try not to think about what happened. Try to
move on. Correct Answers 2. You're experiencing feelings of
guilt, because you weren't able to save your children.
A mother who is notified that her child was killed in a tragic car
accident states, "I can't bear to go on with my life." Which
nursing statement conveys empathy?
1. "This situation is very sad, but time is a great healer."
2. "You are sad, but you must be strong for your other children."
3. "Once you cry it out, things will seem so much better."
4. "It must be horrible to lose a child, and I'll stay with you until
your husband arrives." Correct Answers 4. "It must be horrible
to lose a child, and i'll stay with you until your husband arrives."
A newly admitted client, Dx with OCD, washes his hands
continually. This behavior prevents unit activity attendance.
Which nursing statement best addresses this situation?
1. Everyone Dx with OCD needs to control their ritualistic
behaviors.
2. It is important for you to discontinue these ritualistic
behaviors.
3. Why are you asking for help, if you wont participate in unit
therapy?
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