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anshika

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The nurse is caring for an elderly woman with dementia who is frightened in the hospital room. Which is the best action by the nurse to communicate empathy and compassion?
 
  a. Use the bedside intercom to inform her that you will be entering her room.
  b. Use brief, light touch on the patient's arm or shoulder when greeting her.
  c. Shut the patient's door in the hallway if there is noise or loud talking.
  d. Firmly but kindly insist the patient accepts reality as you have presented it.

Question 2

When using the SBAR model to communicate with a physician, what information does the nurse offer first?
 
  a. Statement of the problem and its probable cause
  b. Nurse's name, patient's name, and reason for the communication
  c. History of information related to and leading up to the reason for the communication
  d. What the nurse thinks will correct the problem or what is needed from the physician



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Answer to Question 1

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Close the door to reduce environmental distractions. Extraneous noises, lights, and even smells can compete for attention when talking with or providing instructions to the patient, especially if she is confused or cognitively impaired. A voice sounding from the intercom on the bedside call system might frighten the patient with confusion, delirium, or other cognitive impairments. It is better to talk face-to-face. Talk to the patient first; touch second. Touching a patient before establishing a basic trust might frighten the confused or cognitively impaired patient. Do not argue or insist the patient agree with you. The patient with altered perception or cognition might not have the capacity to understand or accept reality. Pushing him to agree with you can create anxiety or hostility.

Answer to Question 2

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SBAR is an acronym for Situation, Background, Assessment, and Recommendation. The nurse's name and so forth are part of the Situation. Statement of the problem and cause make up the Assessment. History of the factors leading up to the current situation make up the Background. What the nurse thinks will correct the problem is categorized under Recommendation.




anshika

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
:D TYSM


jojobee318

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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