An elderly client is ready for discharge from the hospital. The physician and family think it is best for the client to be admitted to a nursing home. When the client asks the nurse what he or she thinks, the nurse responds,
I think you are capable of caring for yourself at home,
especially if a home care nurse visits you each week. This response illustrates which kind of
communication barrier?
a. Blaming statement c. Giving advice
b. Patronizing statement d. Why question
Question 2
Communication is the nucleus of relationships and the mechanism by which we influence others.
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
The nurse uses a noninvasive bladder ultrasound to measure the client’s bladder volume.
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Seydou Keïta UNTITLED (FAMILY PORTRAIT)
Survey and posture of client: Lateral view
Testing client’s ability to identify sharp sensations
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