The nurse is reviewing with the client the use of the emergency ...

[Yolanda]

The nurse is reviewing with the client the use of the emergency signal in the client's bathroom. What instructions should the nurse review with the client about the use of the emergency signal?
 
  1 . Causes a light to flash or a buzzer to sound at a central station
  2 . Use when experiencing difficult while in the bathroom
  3 . Staff will respond to the signal within 5 minutes
  4 . Used by staff to request immediate assistance
  A) 1, 2, 3
  B) 1, 2, 4
  C) 1, 3, 4
  D) 2, 3, 4

Question 2

When caring for an elderly client, the nurse observes that the client is quiet and does not have any visitors. Which action helps develop therapeutic communication between the nurse and the client?
 
  A) Having the client discuss concerns with other clients
  B) Helping the client to resolve feelings and speak up
  C) Talking with the client using direct questions
  D) Asking the client's family to participate in client care

[beccamahon]

Answer to Question 1

B
Feedback:
In most facilities, the call signal in the client's bathroom causes an additional light to flash or a buzzer to sound at a central station. This emergency signal may be used by the client when experiencing difficulty while in the bathroom or by staff to request immediate assistance; for example, if the client experiences cardiac arrest. Staff must respond immediately to the emergency signal.

Answer to Question 2

B
Feedback:
The nurse can develop therapeutic communication with the client by helping him or her to resolve feelings and learn to speak up. This will help the nurse gain the confidence of the client while he or she feels cared for by the nurse. Having the client discuss concerns with other clients, talking with the client using direct questions, or asking the client's family to participate in client care does not help develop therapeutic communication with the client.