A nurse is providing nursing care in a neighborhood clinic to ...

[jho37]

A nurse is providing nursing care in a neighborhood clinic to single, pregnant teens. Which of the following actions is the best example of using the counselor role as a nurse?
 
  A) Discussing the legal aspects of adoption for teens wishing to place their infants with a family
  B) Searching the Internet for information on child care for the teens who wish to return to school
  C) Conducting a client interview and documenting the information on the client's chart
  D) Referring a teen who admits having suicidal thoughts to a mental health care specialist

Question 2

A nurse practitioner is caring for a couple who are the parents of an infant diagnosed with Down Syndrome. The nurse makes referrals for a parent support group for the family. This is an example of which nursing role?
 
  A) Teacher/Educator
  B) Leader
  C) Counselor
  D) Collaborator

[ebe]

Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
The role of the counselor includes making appropriate referrals. Discussing legal issues is the role of the advocate and searching for information on the Internet is the role of a researcher. Conducting a client interview would fall under the role of the caregiver.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C
Counseling skills involve the use of therapeutic interpersonal communication skills to provide information, make appropriate referrals, and facilitate the patient's problem-solving and decision-making skills. The teacher/educator uses communication skills to assess, implement, and evaluate individualized teaching plans to meet learning needs of clients and their families. A leader displays an assertive, self-confident practice of nursing when providing care, effecting change, and functioning with groups. The collaborator uses skills in organization, communication, and advocacy to facilitate the functions of all members of the health care team as they provide patient care.

[jho37]

Excellent

[bbburns21]

TYSM