Author Question: Monica is a 55-year-old woman who has recently experienced a colostomy for colon cancer. The nurse ... (Read 72 times)

CQXA · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

Monica is a 55-year-old woman who has recently experienced a colostomy for colon cancer. The nurse enters the room to check routine vital signs and sees tears in the eyes of Monica and her husband.

Which of the following statements by the nurse reflect an accurate understanding of family presence.
1. I need to take Monica's vital signs. You (husband) can return when I am done.
2. I'm so pleased you are recovering from your surgery.
3. Has your surgeon talked with you about your future?
4. I will give you some more time to be alone. Let me know if you have questions.

Question 2

Nurse presence can assist a nurse to achieve which of the following desired outcomes?

1. Hospital readmission of dependent patients
2. An effective nurse-patient-family relationship
3. Increased participation of family members
4. Decrease in time spent communicating with families

ASDFGJLO · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: 4

Feedback
1 Routine vital signs can be postponed for a while.
2 This response does not acknowledge the husband.
3 Their current emotions take priority to the future.
4 Correct answer, because it shows willingness to answer questions and allow privacy.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 2

Feedback
1 Readmissions and dependency are not desired outcomes.
2 Relationship development is the foundation for effective nursing care.
3 Increased nursing presence may actually decrease family participation.
4 Decreasing time communicating with families is not the a goal of family-focused care.