The nurse recognizes that nonverbal communication is influenced ...

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The nurse recognizes that nonverbal communication is influenced by many factors, including: Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. Culture.
  2. Self-concept.
  3. Health.
  4. Body language.
  5. Sensory deficits.

Question 2

During a postpartum assessment of a women who delivered just hours ago, the nurse notices a continuous trickle of blood from the vagina. The fundus is firm and the bladder is not full. The nurse's best action is to:
 
  1. Document normal lochia.
  2. Instruct the client to inform the nurse when pads are changed.
  3. Notify the primary RN.
  4. Instruct the client to remain in bed until lochia is checked again.

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Answer to Question 1

1,2,3,5
Rationale: Culture influences how clients dress, as well as how gestures and eye contact might be perceived.

Answer to Question 2

3
Rationale: This is excessive blood loss, and the nurse should notify the primary RN so the client can be further assessed.

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