Author Question: The nurse is leading a community support groups for individuals who want to stop smoking. A group ... (Read 139 times)

faduma · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

The nurse is leading a community support groups for individuals who want to stop smoking.

A group member states, I feel overwhelmed at the thought of stopping. I have been smoking for over 30 years. The nurse responds, I can understand feeling overwhelmed, change can be frightening. What type of group communication technique is the nurse demonstrating?
A) Teaching
B) Understanding
C) Listening
D) Reassurance

Question 2

You have been asked to assume responsibility for a support group for individuals who are recovering from opioid addiction.

While sitting in on a meeting for the first time, you notice that one group member disagrees strongly with many of the statements made by other group members. What role is this individual playing in the group?
A) Blocker
B) Dominator
C) Follower
D) Gate Keeper

fdliggud · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: B
Feedback:
When using the group communication technique of understanding, the nurse indicates verbally or nonverbally that the feelings being communicated by the client are comprehended. In reassurance, the nurse would offer the client confidence about a favorable outcome through suggestion, persuasive arguments, or comparing similar situations. Teaching would involve helping the client learn specifics in relation to event and behavior. Listening involves concentrating on the client's communication without interrupting.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A
Feedback:
The blocker resists progress by arguing or disagreeing beyond reason. The dominator asserts authority and superiority by manipulating the group or certain members. The follower goes along with the ideas of others, assuming an audience role. The gate keeper facilitates and encourages the contributions of others, thereby keeping communication open.