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Tirant22

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on: Jul 11, 2018
One of the main characteristics of therapeutic communication is that it:
 
  a. allows the patient a passive role.
  b. uses only verbal communication.
  c. involves the patient as a person.
  d. is directive.

Question 2

Following a liver biopsy, the nurse should observe for hemorrhage and ensure that the patient is kept on bed rest for 24 hours. For the first 1 to 2 hours, the nurse should keep the patient:
 
  a. on his or her left side.
  b. on his or her back.
  c. on his or her right side.
  d. in high Fowler's position.


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dreamfighter72

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
Therapeutic communication actively involves the patient in all areas of the nursing process.

Answer to Question 2

C
The nurse should keep the patient on his or her right side for 1 to 2 hours.


Tirant22

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Excellent

raenoj

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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