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vicky

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Which is the most appropriate nursing reply when a client asks what the goal and benefit are of assertive skills training?
 
  A. It protects the client from others who express aggressive feelings.
  B. It gives reliable, expert information so that clients may correct faulty behaviors.
  C. It clarifies misperceptions that have caused clients to distort reality.
  D. It improves communication skills in order to improve interpersonal relationships.

Question 2

Which best describes a nurse's use of assertive behavior?
 
  A. When a nurse attempts to please others and apologizes for awkwardness in a new role
  B. When a nurse becomes defensive and angry when peers offer suggestions for improvement
  C. When a nurse has problems making decisions and has a tendency to procrastinate
  D. When a nurse is open and direct when asked by the nurse manager to complete assignments


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ndhahbi

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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Assertiveness training helps to develop satisfying interpersonal relationships by teaching people how to communicate in a manner to meet their own needs while respecting the rights and needs of others.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
This is an assertive response. There is clear expression of needs and feelings.


vicky

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

peter

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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