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wrbasek0 · **on:** Jul 7, 2018

As a nursing student, what actions can you take to develop communication skills that promote a culturally diverse setting?

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Nurses in a small town that experienced the devastation of a number of tornados last year have formed a group to address the issue of disaster planning in their community.

Which of the following are actions the nurses might take to prepare for another potential disaster? Select all that apply. a. Form a disaster plan for their own families
b. Complete continuing education in disaster preparedness
c. Encourage all residents of the town to move to a more urban area
d. Become a volunteer for local or national disaster relief organizations
e. Obtain information about rights and responsibilities in employment settings and understate law
f. Do nothing because disasters such as tornados cannot be prevented

SAUXC · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 7, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct answers should include some of the following points.
o Be aware of different communication styles and the influence of culture on communication.
o Be aware of one's preferred communication style, its strengths and limitations, and how it affects colleagues and recipients of care.
o Seek feedback from clients and colleagues and participate in communication validation exercises (e.g. role-playing exercises, case studies).
o Use a range of communication skills to effectively communicate with clients and colleagues (e.g., empathetic listening, reflecting, non-judgmental open-ended questioning).
o Seek and participate in learning opportunities that include a focus on communication and diversity.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, D, E
The nurses could take several actions including forming a disaster plan for their own families,
completing continuing education in disaster preparedness, becoming a volunteer for local or national
disaster relief organizations, and obtaining information about rights and responsibilities in employment
settings and under state law. It would be unrealistic to encourage all residents of the town to move to a
more urban area. While the nurses cannot prevent future tornados, they should be knowledgeable in
methods related to disaster preparedness.