The nurse is aware of the positive responses that may be obtained ...

[magmichele12]

The nurse is aware of the positive responses that may be obtained with the use of alternative therapies. A decrease in which of the following is a benefit that the client can gain from relaxa-tion therapy?
 
  a. Receptivity
  b. Peripheral skin temperature
  c. Oxygen consumption
  d. Alpha brain activity

Question 2

The nurse is working with a patient who has a moderate hearing impairment. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to promote communication with this patient?
 
  a. Use a louder than normal tone of voice.
  b. Use visual aids such as the hands and eyes when speaking to the patient.
  c. Approach a patient quietly from behind before speaking.
  d. Select a public area to have a conversation with the patient.

[vkodali]

Answer to Question 1

C
The relaxation response is characterized by decreased heart and respiratory rates, blood pressure, oxygen consumption, and increased alpha brain activity and peripheral skin temperature.
A cognitive benefit of relaxation therapy is increased receptivity (i.e., the ability to tolerate and accept experiences that may be uncertain, unfamiliar, or paradoxical).
Relaxation therapy increases peripheral skin temperature, not decreases it.
Relaxation therapy increases alpha brain activity, not decreases it.

Answer to Question 2

B

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A A normal tone of voice and inflections of speech should be used when communicating with a patient who has a hearing impairment.
B To promote communication with the patient who has a hearing impairment, the nurse should use visible expressions, such as speaking with the hands, face, or eyes.
C The nurse should get the patient's attention and not startle the patient when entering a room. The nurse should not approach a patient from behind.
D It is best to select a quiet environment without background noise to facilitate communication when a patient has impaired hearing.