Author Question: An example of communication through the visual channel is a. counting a client's pulse b. noting ... (Read 36 times)

laurencescou · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

An example of communication through the visual channel is

a. counting a client's pulse
b. noting the client's verbal response to a question
c. giving the client a back massage
d. observing that the client looks away from the nurse when discussing a certain subject

Question 2

The nurse would like to promote self-efficacy in a patient. Which of the following should the nurse do to accomplish this goal?

a. breaking the teaching content down into small steps
b. emphasizing the importance of learning a large amount of information
c. explaining that others have learned this in-formation
d. telling the patient this information will im-prove his well-being

akemokai · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
The channel is the medium through which the sender transmits the message. The visual channel involves sight, which in turn allows for visual observation and perception.

Answer to Question 2

A
The concept of self-efficacy is a belief that one will succeed in attempts to change behavior. This concept has a profound effect on motivation. If a patient feels they will not achieve the goals, they will lack motivation to try. To maximize motivation, the nurse should keep the teaching-learning goals realistic, break the content down into small steps that are achievable, and provide feedback on the process.