Author Question: Which of the following questions is considered appropriate to ask during an interview? 1. What is ... (Read 47 times)

magmichele12 · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

Which of the following questions is considered appropriate to ask during an interview?

1. What is the country of your national origin?
2. Do you speak any language in addition to English?
3. Will child care be a problem if you are hired?
4. Do you have proof of citizenship?

Question 2

A geriatric client in a long-term-care facility becomes increasingly confused and verbally aggressive as evening approaches.

Which actions would the nurse interpret as potentially signaling a violent episode? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. The client is moving slowly toward the room door.
2. The client is staring blankly at the nurse.
3. The client suddenly becomes alert and oriented.
4. The client raises his fist.
5. The client says, I know where there is a gun.

IAPPLET · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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Explanation: 1. The recruiter may inquire about language skills such as reading and writing of a foreign
language. Questions about an applicants place of birth are inappropriate during an interview.
Questions about the number and ages of the applicants children or child care are
inappropriate. Proof of citizenship cannot be required prior to hiring.

Answer to Question 2

1,2,4
Rationale 1: The client may be about to flee the room, or may be blocking the nurse's exit.
Rationale 2: A blank stare could be related to pathology such as dementia or may signal a violent episode.
Rationale 3: Alertness and orientation do not signal impending violence.
Rationale 4: Preparing for battle signals impending violence.
Rationale 5: It is fairly unlikely that a geriatric client in a long-term-care facility has access to a gun. The nurse must be aware of the statement, but should consider the context.
Global Rationale: