Author Question: Which of the following are reasons for communication during the assessment phase of the nurs-ing ... (Read 34 times)

bucstennis@aim.com · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

Which of the following are reasons for communication during the assessment phase of the nurs-ing process? (Select all that apply.)

1. Providing information to the client
2. Obtaining information from the client
3. Establishment of the nurse-client relationship
4. Identification of the client's physical health needs
5. Mutual goal setting regarding client health needs
6. Identification of client's emotional health

Question 2

The nurse realizes that the cancer support group for breast cancer clients will be most effective if the group: (Select all that apply.)

1. Is not too large
2. Is similar in age
3. Members feel valued
4. Communicates freely
5. Shares a common culture
6. Meets in a comfortable place

asware1 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6
The reasons for communication include information exchange, goal achievement, problem resolu-tion, and expression of feelings. The initiation of the nurse-client relationship is not considered a facet of assessment communication.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 1, 3, 4, 6
Small groups are more effective when they are a workable size and have an appropriate meeting place, suitable seating arrangements, and cohesiveness and commitment among group members. Group participants need to feel accepted, feel able to communicate openly and honestly, and ac-tively listen to others in the group. Similarity in age and similarity in culture are not necessary criteria for a successful group interaction.