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abern

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on: Jul 11, 2018
A patient states, I'm really strung out about this pregnancy. The nurse who responds by asking, What about this pregnancy worries you? is using the technique of:
 
  a. closed inquiry.
  b. restating.
  c. open-ended question.
  d. minimal encouraging.

Question 2

A patient states, I do cocaine when I feel things are out of my control. The nurse who responds by asking, What else does cocaine do for you? is using the communication skill of:
 
  a. summarization.
  b. restating.
  c. showing acceptance.
  d. stating observations.


ms_sulzle

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
Open-ended questions convey interest and do not require a specific response.

Answer to Question 2

C
Acceptance is the willingness to listen and respond to what the patient is saying without passing judgment.


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