Answer to Question 1
Correct Answer: 1,3,4,5
Rationale 1: A caring relationship consists of four phases; preparing for the relationship is part of the pre-interaction phase.
Rationale 2: While an appropriate nursing intervention for this client, this activity does not necessarily assist in developing a caring relationship.
Rationale 3: A caring relationship consists of four phases; gaining trust is part of the introductory phase.
Rationale 4: A caring relationship consists of four phases; showing respect for a client and his wishes is part of the ongoing maintaining phase.
Rationale 5: A caring relationship consists of four phases; showing concern for a client and his wishes is part of the ongoing maintaining phase.
Answer to Question 2
Correct Answer: 1,2,5
Rationale 1: Good communication with the client will result in knowing what makes a difference to her. With this valuable knowledge, the nurse can reduce vulnerability and enhance the quality of life.
Rationale 2: Good communication with the client will result in knowing what makes a difference to her. With this valuable knowledge, the nurse can reduce vulnerability and enhance the quality of life.
Rationale 3: This would be effective only if the nurse knew that going for a walk was important to the client.
Rationale 4: This would be effective only if the nurse knew that getting her hair done was important to the client.
Rationale 5: Good communication with the client will result in knowing what makes a difference to her. With this valuable knowledge, the nurse can reduce vulnerability and enhance the quality of life.